Lepidocrocite and Chromite Physical Properties

Lepidocrocite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite and Chromite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Lepidocrocite- FeO(OH)
• Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Lepidocrocite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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