Rhodochrosite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Alexandrite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.33.69-3.81

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

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1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1,1 ; 3,2.

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-48.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

BeAl ₂ O ₄

Rhodochrosite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Alexandrite 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 Rhodochrosite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl ₂ O ₄

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Rhodochrosite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.