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Rhodochrosite and Thulite Physical Properties


Thulite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3   
3.1   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
MnCO3   
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   

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Rhodochrosite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

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Rhodochrosite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.

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