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Rhodochrosite and Spessartine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.34.12-4.18
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodochrosite and Spessartine Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Spessartine 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 Spessartine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Spessartine- Mn 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodochrosite and Spessartine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Spessartine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Spessartine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 4.12-4.18 whereas that of Spessartine is 4.12-4.18.