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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite

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Rhodochrosite and Stolzite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.32
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-42.5-3
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.