Rhodochrosite and Copper Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Copper

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3

Not Available

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

2.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

Rhodochrosite and Copper Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Copper 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 Copper chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Copper- Cu

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Rhodochrosite and Copper Specific Gravity

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