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Chromite and Tsavorite Physical Properties


Tsavorite and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}  
Indiscernible  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Chromite and Tsavorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Tsavorite 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 Tsavorite chemical formula.

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Chromite and Tsavorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Tsavorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Tsavorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Tsavorite is 3.55-3.73.

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