Titanite and Chromite Physical Properties

Titanite

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

3.48-3.604.5-4.8

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

None, parting may develop along {111}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-5.55.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

Fe++Cr2O4

Titanite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Titanite 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 Titanite and Chromite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

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Titanite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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