Tsavorite Garnet and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Tsavorite Garnet

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.63.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

MnCO₃

Tsavorite Garnet and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tsavorite Garnet 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 Tsavorite Garnet and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Tsavorite Garnet- Ca₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Tsavorite Garnet and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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