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Chromite
Chromite

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Chromite and Diopside Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

4.5-4.83.22-3.40
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Conchoidal

Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}
Distinct/good on {110}

Mohs Hardness

5.55-6
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4
CaMgSi2O6

Chromite and Diopside Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Diopside 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 Diopside chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
  • Chemical formula of Diopside- CaMgSi2O6

Chromite and Diopside Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Diopside Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Diopside Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Diopside is 3.22-3.40.