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Bloodstone and Crocoite Physical Properties


Crocoite and Bloodstone Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.63-2.65   
5.90-6.10   

Fracture
Not Available   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).   

Cleavage
Indiscernible   
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
7   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
SiO2   
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Bloodstone and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bloodstone 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 Bloodstone and Crocoite chemical formula.

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Bloodstone and Crocoite Specific Gravity

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

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