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Chromite and Rutile Physical Properties

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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
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8
4.20-4.30
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
5.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , 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 O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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.