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Zinnwaldite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Elastic
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1
3.0-3.3
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
MnCO3

Zinnwaldite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3

Zinnwaldite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

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