Rhodochrosite and Kunzite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Kunzite

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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

3.15-3.21

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

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

1,2 prismatic

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

6-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

LiAlSi₂O₆

Rhodochrosite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Rhodochrosite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.