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Moss Agate and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.64
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
MnCO3

Moss Agate and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moss Agate and Rhodochrosite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Moss Agate and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moss Agate- SiO 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Moss Agate and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Moss Agate and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Moss Agate and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Moss Agate is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.