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Chromite
Chromite

Zinnwaldite
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Chromite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Elastic

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

4.5-4.82.9-3.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Uneven

Cleavage

None, parting may develop along {111}
Perfect basal {001}

Mohs Hardness

5.53.5-4.0
2 10
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Chemical Composition

Fe++Cr2O4
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Chromite and Zinnwaldite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4
  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -

Chromite and Zinnwaldite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Zinnwaldite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Zinnwaldite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 2.9-3.1 whereas that of Zinnwaldite is 2.9-3.1.