Simpsonite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Simpsonite

Rhodolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

None

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Simpsonite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Simpsonite and Rhodolite 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 Simpsonite and Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Simpsonite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.