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Franklinite and Lawsonite Physical Properties


Lawsonite and Franklinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22   
3.09   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven   

Cleavage
None   
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
8   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Not Available   

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Franklinite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

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Franklinite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.

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