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Rhodochrosite and Nosean Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.32.30-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
{110} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Rhodochrosite and Nosean Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Nosean 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 Nosean chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Nosean- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24(SO 4) · H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Rhodochrosite and Nosean Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Nosean Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Nosean Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.30-2.40 whereas that of Nosean is 2.30-2.40.