Chromite and Bixbite Physical Properties

Chromite

Bixbite

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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

4.5-4.8Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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1.6 Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.57.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4

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Chromite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Chromite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.