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Chromite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8
2.90
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chromite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chromite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.