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Chromite and Violane Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8
3.22-3.40
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chromite and Violane Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Violane 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 Violane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Chromite and Violane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Violane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Violane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.22-3.40 whereas that of Violane is 3.22-3.40.