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Rhodochrosite and Mother of Pearl Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3
2.65-2.87
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
2.5-4.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Mother of Pearl Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Mother of Pearl 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 Mother of Pearl chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Mother of Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Mother of Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Mother of Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.65-2.87 whereas that of Mother of Pearl is 2.65-2.87.

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