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Rhodochrosite and Hyacinth 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
3.0-3.33.93-4.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-46.5-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodochrosite and Hyacinth Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Hyacinth 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 Hyacinth chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Hyacinth- ZrSiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodochrosite and Hyacinth Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Hyacinth Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Hyacinth Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Hyacinth is 3.93-4.73.