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Franklinite and Jasper Physical Properties


Jasper and Franklinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22   
2.58-2.91   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
None   
Indiscernible   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
SiO2   

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Franklinite and Jasper Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Jasper 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 Jasper chemical formula.

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Franklinite and Jasper Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Jasper Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Jasper Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.58-2.91 whereas that of Jasper is 2.58-2.91.

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