Chromite and Chlorite group Physical Properties

Chromite and Chlorite group Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Chlorite group 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 Chlorite group chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
• Chemical formula of Chlorite group- (Mg,Fe)3(Si,Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg,Fe)3(OH)6

Chromite and Chlorite group Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Chlorite group Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Chlorite group Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 2.6-3.3 whereas that of Chlorite group is 2.6-3.3.