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Chromite and Zoisite Physical Properties


Zoisite and Chromite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
4.5-4.8  
3.20-3.50  

Fracture
Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal, Even  

Cleavage
None, parting may develop along {111}  
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}  

Mohs Hardness
5.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
Fe++Cr2O4  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Chromite and Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chromite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

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Chromite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chromite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chromite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chromite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.

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