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Rhodochrosite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Slowly dissolves in water
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Not Available

Rhodochrosite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Langbeinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Langbeinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is Not Available whereas that of Langbeinite is Not Available.