Franklinite and Diamond Physical Properties

Franklinite

Diamond

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.22

3.50-3.53

1.5 Fracture

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

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

111 (perfect in four directions)

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Franklinite and Diamond Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Diamond 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 Diamond chemical formula.

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

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Franklinite and Diamond Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Diamond Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Diamond Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.50-3.53 whereas that of Diamond is 3.50-3.53.