Franklinite and Andean Opal Physical Properties

Franklinite

Andean Opal

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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

5.05-5.22Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Franklinite and Andean Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Andean Opal 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 Andean Opal chemical formula.

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

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Franklinite and Andean Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Andean Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Andean Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is Not Available whereas that of Andean Opal is Not Available.