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Violane and Chromite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.22-3.40
4.5-4.8
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None, parting may develop along {111}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Fe++Cr2O4

Violane and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Violane 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 Violane and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Violane- (Ca,Mg,Mn)SiO 3Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Violane and Chromite Specific Gravity

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