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Zinnwaldite
Zinnwaldite

Chromite
Chromite



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Zinnwaldite and Chromite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Elastic
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.9-3.14.5-4.8
1 7.18
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Fracture

Uneven
Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect basal {001}
None, parting may develop along {111}

Mohs Hardness

3.5-4.05.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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Fe++Cr2O4

Zinnwaldite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zinnwaldite 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 Zinnwaldite and Chromite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zinnwaldite- -
  • Chemical formula of Chromite- Fe++Cr2O4

Zinnwaldite and Chromite Specific Gravity

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