Chrome-Chalcedony and Piemontite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
  
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.55-2.70
  
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Fracture
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Uneven, Splintery
  
Cleavage
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[001] good, [100] distinct
  
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
  
6-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  
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Chrome-Chalcedony and Piemontite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrome-Chalcedony and Piemontite 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 Chrome-Chalcedony and Piemontite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
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Chrome-Chalcedony and Piemontite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrome-Chalcedony and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrome-Chalcedony and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrome-Chalcedony is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.