Beudantite and Chromite Physical Properties

Beudantite

Chromite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.484.5-4.8

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

distinct; good on {0001}

None, parting may develop along {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6

Fe++Cr2O4

Beudantite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Beudantite 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 Beudantite and Chromite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Beudantite- PbFe+++3(AsO4)(SO4)(OH)6
Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Beudantite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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