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Franklinite

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Franklinite and Carnelian Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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5.05-5.22
Uneven
None
5.5-6
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
 
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2.58-2.64
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal
Absent
6.5-7
SiO2

Franklinite and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Carnelian 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 Carnelian chemical formula.

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Franklinite and Carnelian Specific Gravity

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