Bort and Franklinite Physical Properties

Bort and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bort and Franklinite 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 Bort and Franklinite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bort and Franklinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Bort and Franklinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Bort and Franklinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Bort is 5.05-5.22 whereas that of Franklinite is 5.05-5.22.