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Crocoite and Amethyst Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.90-6.102.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-37
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Crocoite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Crocoite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.