Chromite and Rutile Physical Properties

Chromite

Rutile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.5-4.84.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Chromite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Chromite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.