Zebra Rock and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Zebra Rock

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

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2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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MnCO₃

Zebra Rock and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zebra Rock 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 Zebra Rock and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Zebra Rock and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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