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Stolzite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
MnCO3

Stolzite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stolzite 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 Stolzite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Stolzite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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