Rhodochrosite and Steatite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Steatite

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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

3.0-3.32.20-2.80

1 7.18

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}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Rhodochrosite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Rhodochrosite and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.