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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

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Rhodochrosite and Star Ruby Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.33.95-4.10
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodochrosite and Star Ruby Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Star Ruby 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 Star Ruby chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Star Ruby- Al 2O 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Rhodochrosite and Star Ruby Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Star Ruby Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Star Ruby Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Star Ruby is 3.95-4.10.