Vishnevite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Vishnevite

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

Not Available3.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Uneven

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

MnCO₃

Vishnevite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vishnevite 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 Vishnevite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Vishnevite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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