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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

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Rhodochrosite and Rosasite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Effervesces in cold
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.34-4.2
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Perfect on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-44
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Not Available

Rhodochrosite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.