Franklinite and Brucite Physical Properties

Franklinite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Franklinite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.