Rhodochrosite
MnCO3
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Rhodochrosite is a manganese carbonate mineral prized for its beautiful rose-red to pink color. Banded rhodochrosite from Argentina is particularly famous and is the national mineral of Argentina. Fine crystal specimens come from the Sweet Home Mine in Colorado.
| ระบบผลึก | Trigonal |
| หมวดหมู่แร่ธาตุ | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| ความแข็งโมห์ส | 3.5-4.0 |
| ความถ่วงจำเพาะ | 3.45-3.70 |
| สี | Rose-red, pink, brown, gray |
| ความวาว | Vitreous |
| สีเส้นขูด | White |
| การแตกเรียบ | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} |
| รอยแตก | Conchoidal to uneven |
| ความโปร่งใส | Translucent |
| ลักษณะผลึก | Rhombohedral, massive, banded, stalactitic |
ความแข็งโมห์ส
Mohs Hardness: 3.5 – 4.0
1 Soft10 Hard
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TrigonalFrequently 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.