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Scorzalite 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
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.31
4.5-4.8
1.5 Fracture
Uneven
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
None, parting may develop along {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Fe++Cr2O4

Scorzalite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Scorzalite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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