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Franklinite and Pearl Physical Properties


Pearl 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   
2.60-2.85   

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

Cleavage
None   
none   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
2.5-4.5   

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

While comparing Franklinite and Pearl 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 Pearl chemical formula.

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Franklinite and Pearl Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Pearl Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Pearl Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.60-2.85 whereas that of Pearl is 2.60-2.85.

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