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Rhodochrosite and Andean Opal Physical Properties

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
3.0-3.3
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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}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
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1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Andean Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Andean Opal 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 Andean Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Andean Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Andean Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Andean Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is Not Available whereas that of Andean Opal is Not Available.

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