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Chromite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Riebeckite and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8   
3.28-3.44   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}   
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
5.0-6.0   

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4   
Not Available   

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Chromite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

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Chromite and Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.

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