Chromite and Phosphosiderite Physical Properties

Chromite

Phosphosiderite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.5-4.82.74-2.76

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}

{010} Perfect, {001} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4

Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Chromite and Phosphosiderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Phosphosiderite 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 Phosphosiderite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
Chemical formula of Phosphosiderite- Fe3+ PO 4 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Chromite and Phosphosiderite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Phosphosiderite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Phosphosiderite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 2.74-2.76 whereas that of Phosphosiderite is 2.74-2.76.