Franklinite and Rutile Physical Properties

Franklinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.224.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

None

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

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)

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Franklinite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Franklinite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.