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Rhodochrosite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.33.20-3.25
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-45.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodochrosite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodochrosite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.