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Tinzenite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MnCO3

Tinzenite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tinzenite- (Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Tinzenite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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