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Franklinite and Thulite Physical Properties

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
5.05-5.223.1
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
None
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-66-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Franklinite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Thulite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Franklinite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.