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Selenite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Rhodochrosite and Selenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.0-3.3   

Fracture
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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   

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

Mohs Hardness
2   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
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MnCO3   

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Selenite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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Selenite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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

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