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Franklinite and Riebeckite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22
3.28-3.44
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.0-6.0
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
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Franklinite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.