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Crocoite and Brookite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.90-6.10
3.87-4.14
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct
Poor on {120}, in traces on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5.5-6
1.3 Chemical Composition
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Crocoite and Brookite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite and Brookite 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 Brookite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Brookite- TiO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Crocoite and Brookite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Crocoite and Brookite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Crocoite and Brookite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Crocoite is 3.87-4.14 whereas that of Brookite is 3.87-4.14.