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Lepidocrocite and Crocoite Physical Properties


Crocoite and Lepidocrocite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
4   
5.90-6.10   

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

Cleavage
{010} Perfect   
{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
5   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
PbCrO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Lepidocrocite and Crocoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Lepidocrocite 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 Lepidocrocite and Crocoite chemical formula.

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Lepidocrocite and Crocoite Specific Gravity

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

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