Sphalerite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Sphalerite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

Sphalerite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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