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Thulite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Rhodochrosite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.1   
3.0-3.3   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
MnCO3   

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Thulite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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

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