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Franklinite and Montebrasite Physical Properties


Montebrasite and Franklinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22   
2.98-3.10   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
None   
{100} Perfect, {110} Good, {011} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
LiAl(PO 4)(OH,F)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   

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Franklinite and Montebrasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Montebrasite 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 Montebrasite chemical formula.

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Franklinite and Montebrasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Montebrasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Montebrasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.98-3.10 whereas that of Montebrasite is 2.98-3.10.

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