Chromite and Scorodite Physical Properties

Chromite

Scorodite

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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

4.5-4.8Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4

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Chromite and Scorodite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Scorodite 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 Scorodite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Chromite and Scorodite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Scorodite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Scorodite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is Not Available whereas that of Scorodite is Not Available.