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Franklinite and Piemontite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Splintery
1.6 Cleavage
None
[001] good, [100] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Not Available

Franklinite and Piemontite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Piemontite 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 Piemontite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Franklinite and Piemontite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Piemontite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Piemontite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is Not Available whereas that of Piemontite is Not Available.