Franklinite and Amethyst Physical Properties

Franklinite

Amethyst

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble in common solvents

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.22

2.65

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

None

Indiscernible

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

SiO₂

Franklinite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Amethyst 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 Franklinite and Amethyst chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO₂

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Franklinite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.