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Scorzalite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
MnCO3

Scorzalite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Scorzalite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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