Rhodochrosite and Fuchsite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Fuchsite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3

2.77-2.88

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

Perfect basal

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

2.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Rhodochrosite and Fuchsite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Fuchsite 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 Fuchsite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Fuchsite- K(Al,Cr) 3Si 3O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Rhodochrosite and Fuchsite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Fuchsite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Fuchsite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.77-2.88 whereas that of Fuchsite is 2.77-2.88.