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Rhodochrosite and Ammolite Physical Properties


Ammolite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3   
2.75-2.80   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   
Uneven, Granular   

Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   
no true cleavage   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
4   

Chemical Composition
MnCO3   
Not Available   

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Rhodochrosite and Ammolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Ammolite 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 Ammolite chemical formula.

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Rhodochrosite and Ammolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Ammolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Ammolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.75-2.80 whereas that of Ammolite is 2.75-2.80.

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