RIDIN' RHODOCHROSITE

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RIDIN' RHODOCHROSITE
Taylor V.
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COLOR
The color of Rhodochrosite is pink, rose, red,
white, yellowish grey, and brown.
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MOHS SCALE of HARDNESS
The hardness of Rhodochrosite is 3.5-4.0.
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MINING LOCATIONS
Rhodochrosite can be found and mined in
Argentina, Peru, Colorado, and Montana.
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MYTHS

• The Incas, who called it Inca Rose, believed
  that Rhodochrosite is the blood of their former
  kings and queens that was turned to stone.
• Stimulates warm feelings of love and compassion.
• The name is derived from the Greek 'Rhodon'
  meaning 'Rose' and 'Chroma' meaning 'Color',
  alluding to its famous rose-color.

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INTERESTING FACTS

• Rhodochrosite became the official state mineral
  for Colorado in 2002 after the Platte Caryon,
  High School in Baily.
• It can help with any problems concerning the
  heart.