Tahitian pearl and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Tahitian pearl

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

Not Available3.0-3.3

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

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2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MnCO₃

Tahitian pearl and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tahitian pearl 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 Tahitian pearl and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Tahitian pearl and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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