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Sylvite and Chromite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.993
4.5-4.8
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Brittle
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]
None, parting may develop along {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Fe++Cr2O4

Sylvite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Chromite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Sylvite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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