Paraiba and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Paraiba

Rhodochrosite

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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

3.04-3.133.0-3.3

1 7.18

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

7-7.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MnCO₃

Paraiba and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Paraiba and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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