Rhodochrosite and Tremolite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Tremolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3

2.95-3.07

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

Perfect on {110} at 56° and 124°; partings on {010} and {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4

5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Rhodochrosite and Tremolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Tremolite 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 Tremolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Tremolite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Rhodochrosite and Tremolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Tremolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Tremolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.95-3.07 whereas that of Tremolite is 2.95-3.07.