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Padparadscha and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.10
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
9
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
MnCO3

Padparadscha and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Padparadscha 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 Padparadscha and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Padparadscha- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Padparadscha and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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