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Sugilite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.69-2.79
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {0001}
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnCO3

Sugilite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sugilite 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 Sugilite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sugilite- KNa 2(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ,Al) 2Li 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Sugilite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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

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