Rhodochrosite and Augelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3
2.70-2.75
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
From the Greek for luster, for its pearly luster on the cleavage.
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Rhodochrosite and Augelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rhodochrosite and Augelite 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 Augelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
- Chemical formula of Augelite- Al 2(PO 4)(OH) 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Rhodochrosite and Augelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Augelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Augelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.70-2.75 whereas that of Augelite is 2.70-2.75.