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Chromite and Scorodite Physical Properties


Scorodite and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven   
Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery   

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}   
{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
3.5-4   

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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