Pearl and Chromite Physical Properties

Pearl

Chromite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.60-2.854.5-4.8

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

none

None, parting may develop along {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-4.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Fe++Cr2O4

Pearl and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pearl 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 Pearl and Chromite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Pearl and Chromite Specific Gravity

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