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Chromite and Zircon Physical Properties


Zircon and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8   
3.93-4.73   

Fracture
Uneven   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}   
{110} and {111}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4   
ZrSiO4   

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Chromite and Zircon Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Zircon 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 Zircon chemical formula.

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Chromite and Zircon Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Zircon Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Zircon Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.93-4.73 whereas that of Zircon is 3.93-4.73.

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