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Wavellite and Chromite Physical Properties


Chromite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
insoluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.36  
4.5-4.8  

Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  
Uneven  

Cleavage
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  
None, parting may develop along {111}  

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Fe++Cr2O4  

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Wavellite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Chromite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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

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