Chromite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Chromite

Langbeinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Slowly dissolves in water

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.5-4.8Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4

Not Available

Chromite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Chromite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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