Franklinite and Chabazite Physical Properties

Franklinite

Chabazite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.222.08-2.16

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

distinct/good on {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-64.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Franklinite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Chabazite 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 Chabazite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

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Franklinite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.