Sulphur and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Sulphur

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.083.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available3.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

MnCO₃

Sulphur and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Sulphur and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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