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Vanadinite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Rhodochrosite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1   
3.0-3.3   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   

Mohs Hardness
3-4   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
C20H36   
MnCO3   

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Vanadinite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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

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