Franklinite and Stichtite Physical Properties

Franklinite and Stichtite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Stichtite 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 Stichtite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Stichtite- Mg 6Cr 2(CO 3)(OH) 16 · 4H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Franklinite and Stichtite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Stichtite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Stichtite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.11-2.20 whereas that of Stichtite is 2.11-2.20.