Rhodochrosite

MnCO3

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Rhodochrosite es un mineral de carbonato de manganeso apreciado por su hermoso color rojo rosa a rosado. La rodocrosita bandeada de Argentina es particularmente famosa y es el mineral nacional de Argentina. Excelentes especímenes cristalinos provienen de la mina Sweet Home en Colorado.

Sistema Cristalino Trigonal
Clase Mineral 05 Carbonates and Nitrates
Dureza Mohs 3.5-4.0
Gravedad Específica 3.45-3.70
Color Rose-red, pink, brown, gray
Brillo Vitreous
Raya White
Exfoliación Perfect rhombohedral {1011}
Fractura Conchoidal to uneven
Transparencia Translucent
Hábito Cristalino Rhombohedral, massive, banded, stalactitic

Dureza Mohs

Mohs Hardness: 3,5 – 4,0
1 Soft10 Hard

Sistema Cristalino

Trigonal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Rhodochrosite?
Rhodochrosite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5-4.0.
What crystal system does Rhodochrosite belong to?
Rhodochrosite crystallizes in the Trigonal crystal system.
What color is Rhodochrosite?
Rhodochrosite is typically Rose-red, pink, brown, gray.
What type of luster does Rhodochrosite have?
Rhodochrosite exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Rhodochrosite?
The chemical formula of Rhodochrosite is MnCO3.