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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

Snowflake Obsidian
Snowflake Obsidian



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Rhodochrosite and Snowflake Obsidian 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
3.0-3.32.33-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-45-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Snowflake Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Snowflake Obsidian 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 Snowflake Obsidian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Snowflake Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.