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Apache Tear
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Apache Tear and Chromite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available4.5-4.8
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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None, parting may develop along {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
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Fe++Cr2O4

Apache Tear and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Apache Tear and Chromite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Apache Tear and Chromite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Apache Tear and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Apache Tear and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Apache Tear and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Apache Tear is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.