Schultenite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Schultenite

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.943-6.073.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

{010} Good

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MnCO₃

Schultenite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite and Rhodochrosite 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 Schultenite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Schultenite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schultenite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schultenite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schultenite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.