Scorodite and Chromite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Chromite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available4.5-4.8

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

None, parting may develop along {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Fe++Cr2O4

Scorodite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Chromite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Scorodite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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