While comparing Franklinite and Hanksite 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 Hanksite chemical formula.
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Hanksite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Hanksite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.562 whereas that of Hanksite is 2.562.