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Zinnwaldite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties


Rhodochrosite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
3.0-3.3   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect basal {001}   
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}   

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
MnCO3   

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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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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.

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