Vlasovite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Vlasovite

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Nearly insoluble in HCl and HNO₃

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.973.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on {010}

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

MnCO₃

Vlasovite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vlasovite 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 Vlasovite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Vlasovite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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