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Wernerite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Rhodochrosite and Wernerite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.50-2.80   
3.0-3.3   

Fracture
Not Available   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   
MnCO3   

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Wernerite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wernerite 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 Wernerite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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Wernerite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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

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