Chromite and Helenite Physical Properties

Chromite

Helenite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

4.5-4.8Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

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1.6 Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4

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Chromite and Helenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Helenite 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 Helenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Chromite and Helenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Helenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Helenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is Not Available whereas that of Helenite is Not Available.