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Rhodochrosite
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Rhodochrosite and Transvaal Jade 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
3.0-3.33.55-3.73
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-47-7.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodochrosite and Transvaal Jade Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Transvaal Jade 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 Transvaal Jade chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Transvaal Jade- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Rhodochrosite and Transvaal Jade Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Transvaal Jade Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Transvaal Jade Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Transvaal Jade is 3.55-3.73.