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Chromite and Ajoite Physical Properties


Ajoite and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Decomposed by acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8   
2.96   

Fracture
Uneven   
Not Available   

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}   
Perfect on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
5   

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4   
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)   

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Chromite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Ajoite 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 Chromite and Ajoite chemical formula.

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Chromite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Ajoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Ajoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 2.96 whereas that of Ajoite is 2.96.

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