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Jasper and Chromite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.58-2.91
4.5-4.8
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
None, parting may develop along {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Fe++Cr2O4

Jasper and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Jasper and Chromite 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 Jasper and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Jasper- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Jasper and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Jasper and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Jasper and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Jasper is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.