Franklinite and Wavellite Physical Properties

Franklinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.222.36

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous

1.6 Cleavage

None

[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-63.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Franklinite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Franklinite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.