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Rhodolite

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Rhodolite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

-
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

3.846.8-7.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

none, may show indistinct parting
None

Mohs Hardness

7-7.53-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

(Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
C20H36

Rhodolite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodolite and Vanadinite 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 Rhodolite and Vanadinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)3Al2Si3O12
  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Rhodolite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodolite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodolite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodolite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.