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Rhodochrosite and Microcline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.32.55-2.63
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-46-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodochrosite and Microcline Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Microcline 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 Microcline chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodochrosite and Microcline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Microcline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Microcline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.55-2.63 whereas that of Microcline is 2.55-2.63.