Franklinite and Steatite Physical Properties

Franklinite

Steatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.222.20-2.80

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

None

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6Not Available

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Franklinite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

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Franklinite and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.