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Chromite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Zinnwaldite and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Elastic   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8   
2.9-3.1   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven   

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

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
3.5-4.0   

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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