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Musgravite and Chromite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.62-3.68
4.5-4.8
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None, parting may develop along {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8-8.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Fe++Cr2O4

Musgravite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Musgravite 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 Musgravite and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Musgravite- (Mg,Fe,Zn)Al 6BeO 12Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Musgravite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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