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Nosean and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.30-2.403.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Perfect
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available3.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
MnCO3

Nosean and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nosean 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 Nosean and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Nosean and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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