Kainite and Chromite Physical Properties

Kainite

Chromite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Soluble

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.154.5-4.8

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{001}, perfect

None, parting may develop along {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-35.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Fe++Cr2O4

Kainite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite and Chromite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Kainite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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