Rhodochrosite and Polyhalite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.