Wardite and Chromite Physical Properties

Wardite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wardite 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 Wardite and Chromite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Wardite- NaAl 3(PO 4) 2(OH) 4 · 2H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Wardite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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