Rhodochrosite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Scorodite

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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

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-43.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

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Rhodochrosite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Rhodochrosite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

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