Rhodochrosite and Crocoite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3
5.90-6.10
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5-3
Chemical Composition
MnCO3
PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Rhodochrosite and Crocoite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rhodochrosite and Crocoite 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 Crocoite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
- Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Rhodochrosite and Crocoite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.