Franklinite and Variscite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22
2.42-2.58
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal, Splintery, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle
Cleavage
None
[010] perfect
Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Franklinite and Variscite Chemical Formula
While comparing Franklinite and Variscite 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 Variscite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Variscite- AlPO4 · 2(H2O)
Franklinite and Variscite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Variscite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Variscite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.42-2.58 whereas that of Variscite is 2.42-2.58.