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Bronzite and Franklinite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.355.05-5.22
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.55.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bronzite and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bronzite 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 Bronzite and Franklinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Bronzite- (Mg,Fe) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Bronzite and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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