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Chromite and Chabazite Physical Properties


Chabazite and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8   
2.08-2.16   

Fracture
Uneven   
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}   
distinct/good on {1011}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
4.5   

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4   
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Chromite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

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Chromite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.

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