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Rhodochrosite and Chambersite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.33.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodochrosite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodochrosite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.