Property | Specification |
Chemical Formula | FeCr₂O₄ (Chromite) |
Chromium Content | 40% - 60% (depending on ore grade) |
Color | Dark brown, black, or grey |
Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 5.5 - 6.5 |
Density | 4.4 - 4.8 g/cm³ |
Crystal System | Isometric (Cubic) |
Luster | Metallic to sub-metallic |
Cleavage | None |
Fracture | Conchoidal to uneven |
Streak | Dark brown to black |
Transparency | Opaque |
Refractive Index | N/A |
Specific Gravity | 4.4 - 4.8 |
Solubility | Insoluble in water |
Magnetic Properties | Weakly magnetic |