Rhodonite
Rhodonite is a mineral with the chemical formula MnSiO3. It has a Mohs hardness of 5.5 - 6.5 and vitreous to pearly luster.
Rhodonite properties
| Type | Mineral |
|---|---|
| Chemical formula | MnSiO3 |
| Mohs hardness | 5.5 - 6.5 |
| Luster | Vitreous to pearly |
| Typical colors | Pink to red, often with black veins or patches |
| Formation | Forms in metamorphic rocks and is associated with manganese deposits. |
| Rarity | 6 / 10 |
Mohs hardness 5.5–6.5 — fairly hard
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