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Rhodochrosite and Wardite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.0-3.32.81
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}
{001} Perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-44.5-5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnCO3
NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodochrosite and Wardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Wardite 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 Wardite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
  • Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rhodochrosite and Wardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Wardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Wardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 2.81 whereas that of Wardite is 2.81.