Chromite and Euclase Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8
3.08-3.12
Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
{010} Perfect
Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chromite and Euclase Chemical Formula
While comparing Chromite and Euclase 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 Euclase chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
- Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chromite and Euclase Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Euclase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Euclase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.08-3.12 whereas that of Euclase is 3.08-3.12.