Rhodochrosite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Kurnakovite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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Soluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3

1.847-1.852

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

Brittle, Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

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

Poor to indistinct on {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

2-3

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

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Rhodochrosite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Rhodochrosite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.