Rhodochrosite and Rubellite Tourmaline Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Rubellite Tourmaline

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3

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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}

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

2.5-3

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

Rhodochrosite and Rubellite Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Rubellite Tourmaline 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 Rubellite Tourmaline chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Rubellite Tourmaline- Ag

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Rhodochrosite and Rubellite Tourmaline Specific Gravity

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