Hessonite and Crocoite Physical Properties

Hessonite

Crocoite

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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

3.55-3.735.90-6.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

1.6 Cleavage

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{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.52.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hessonite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hessonite and Crocoite 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 Hessonite and Crocoite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Hessonite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hessonite and Crocoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hessonite and Crocoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hessonite is 5.90-6.10 whereas that of Crocoite is 5.90-6.10.