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Arfvedsonite and Crocoite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.3-3.5
5.90-6.10
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [110]
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Arfvedsonite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Arfvedsonite and Crocoite 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 Arfvedsonite and Crocoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Arfvedsonite- NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2
  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Arfvedsonite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Arfvedsonite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Arfvedsonite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Arfvedsonite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.