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Langbeinite
Langbeinite

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Langbeinite and Chromite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Slowly dissolves in water
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Durability

-
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Specific Gravity

-99994.5-4.8
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven

Cleavage

None
None, parting may develop along {111}

Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

K2Mg2(SO4)3
Fe++Cr2O4

Langbeinite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Langbeinite- K2Mg2(SO4)3
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Langbeinite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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