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Zinnwaldite and Chromite Physical Properties


Chromite and Zinnwaldite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Elastic   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.9-3.1   
4.5-4.8   

Fracture
Uneven   
Uneven   

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

Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.0   
5.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Fe++Cr2O4   

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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.

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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.

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