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Chromite and Rosasite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Effervesces in cold
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8
4-4.2
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
Perfect on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
4
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
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Chromite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
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Chromite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.