Franklinite and Axinite Physical Properties

Franklinite and Axinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Axinite 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 Axinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Axinite- (Ca,Fe,Mn,Mg) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Franklinite and Axinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Axinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Axinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.26-3.36 whereas that of Axinite is 3.26-3.36.