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Chromite and Moldavite 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
4.5-4.82.32-2.38
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.55.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Chromite and Moldavite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Moldavite 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 Moldavite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
  • Chemical formula of Moldavite- SiO 2(+Al 2O 3)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Chromite and Moldavite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Moldavite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Moldavite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 2.32-2.38 whereas that of Moldavite is 2.32-2.38.