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Crocoite and Actinolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10
3.00
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
perfect along {110}.
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Crocoite and Actinolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite and Actinolite 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 Crocoite and Actinolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Actinolite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Crocoite and Actinolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Actinolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Actinolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 3.00 whereas that of Actinolite is 3.00.