Rhodochrosite and Binghamite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Binghamite

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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

2.55-2.70

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

6.5-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodochrosite and Binghamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Binghamite 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 Binghamite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Binghamite- SiO 2Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Rhodochrosite and Binghamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Binghamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Binghamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Binghamite is 2.55-2.70.