Rhodochrosite and Amazonite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Amazonite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3

2.55-2.57

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

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

2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

KAlSi₃O₈

Rhodochrosite and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Amazonite 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 Amazonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi₃O₈

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Rhodochrosite and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.