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Chromite and Alexandrite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8
3.69-3.81
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
1,1 ; 3,2.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
BeAl 2 O 4

Chromite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Alexandrite 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 Alexandrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
  • Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4

Chromite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.

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