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Vanadinite and Chromite Physical Properties


Chromite and Vanadinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
6.8-7.1  
4.5-4.8  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Uneven  

Cleavage
None  
None, parting may develop along {111}  

Mohs Hardness
3-4  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
C20H36  
Fe++Cr2O4  

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Vanadinite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite and Chromite chemical formula.

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Vanadinite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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

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