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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

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Rhodochrosite and Nickeline Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
{1010} Imperfect, {0001} Imperfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-45-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Not Available

Rhodochrosite and Nickeline Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Nickeline 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 Nickeline chemical formula.

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

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