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Rhodochrosite and Bertrandite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.32.59-2.60
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-46-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rhodochrosite and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rhodochrosite and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.