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Rhodochrosite
Rhodochrosite - Mineral Properties and Uses |
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Uses |
Rhodochrosite uses include: ore of manganese, ornamental use. |
Color |
pink, red, yellow, gray, brown |
Streak |
white |
Luster |
vitreous |
Diaphaneity |
transparent to translucent |
Cleavage |
perfect, rhombohedral |
Hardness |
3.5 - 4.5 |
Specific Gravity |
3.5 - 3.7 |
Distinguishing
Characteristics |
color, cleavage |
Crystal System |
hexagonal |
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Rhodochrosite from Catamarca Province, Argentina, South America.
Specimen is approximately 4 inches (10 centimeters) across.
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