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Franklinite and Diamond Physical Properties


Diamond and Franklinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22   
3.50-3.53   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
111 (perfect in four directions)   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
10   

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

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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.

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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.

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