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Rhodochrosite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Slowly dissolves in water   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   
None   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
MnCO3   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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