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Stichtite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.11-2.203.0-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available3.5-4
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnCO3

Stichtite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stichtite 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 Stichtite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Stichtite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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