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Franklinite and Rhodizite Physical Properties


Rhodizite and Franklinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Not Available   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22   
3.34-3.44   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
8-8.5   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
(K,Cs)Al 4Be 4(B,Be) 12O 28Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Franklinite and Rhodizite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Rhodizite 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 Rhodizite chemical formula.

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Franklinite and Rhodizite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Rhodizite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Rhodizite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.34-3.44 whereas that of Rhodizite is 3.34-3.44.

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