Strontianite and Rosasite Physical Properties

Strontianite

Rosasite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Effervesces in cold

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.63-3.794-4.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Good

Perfect on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.54

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Strontianite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Strontianite and Rosasite 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 Strontianite and Rosasite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Strontianite- SrCO 3Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Strontianite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Strontianite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Strontianite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Strontianite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.