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Verdite and Chromite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.80-3.0
4.5-4.8
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{110} Good
None, parting may develop along {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFeS2•2(H2O)
Fe++Cr2O4

Verdite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Verdite 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 Verdite and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Verdite- NaFeS2•2(H2O)
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Verdite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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