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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

Petoskey Stone
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Rhodochrosite and Petoskey Stone 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
3.0-3.3Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
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
3.5-47
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Petoskey Stone Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Petoskey Stone 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 Petoskey Stone chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Petoskey Stone Specific Gravity

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