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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

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Rhodochrosite and Kyanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.33.53-3.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-44-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.