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Chromite

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Chromite and Bornite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

4.5-4.85.06-5.08
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}
Poor on [111].

Mohs Hardness

5.53-3.25
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4
Cu5FeS4

Chromite and Bornite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Bornite 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 Bornite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
  • Chemical formula of Bornite- Cu5FeS4

Chromite and Bornite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Bornite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Bornite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 5.06-5.08 whereas that of Bornite is 5.06-5.08.