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Rhodochrosite and Zultanite Physical Properties


Zultanite 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   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   
Not Available   

Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
MnCO3   
Not Available   

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Rhodochrosite and Zultanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite and Zultanite 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 Zultanite chemical formula.

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Rhodochrosite and Zultanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Zultanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Zultanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is Not Available whereas that of Zultanite is Not Available.

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