Franklinite and Prehnite Physical Properties

Franklinite

Prehnite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.222.80-2.95

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Uneven, Yellow, White, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

None

Distinct on [001]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

Franklinite and Prehnite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Prehnite 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 Prehnite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Prehnite- Ca₂Al₂Si₃O₁₂(OH)

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Franklinite and Prehnite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Prehnite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Prehnite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.80-2.95 whereas that of Prehnite is 2.80-2.95.