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Polyhalite and Chromite Physical Properties


Chromite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78  
4.5-4.8  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  
None, parting may develop along {111}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  
Fe++Cr2O4  

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Polyhalite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite and Chromite chemical formula.

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Polyhalite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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

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