Franklinite and Watermelon Tourmaline Physical Properties

Franklinite and Watermelon Tourmaline Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Watermelon Tourmaline 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 Watermelon Tourmaline chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Watermelon Tourmaline- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) Formula given for elbaite.

Franklinite and Watermelon Tourmaline Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Watermelon Tourmaline Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Watermelon Tourmaline Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.90-3.40 whereas that of Watermelon Tourmaline is 2.90-3.40.