Rhodochrosite and Lizardite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Lizardite 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 Lizardite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Rhodochrosite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.