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Franklinite and Weloganite Physical Properties


Weloganite and Franklinite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.05-5.22   
3.20-3.22   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
None   
Perfect on pseudo {0001}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
3   

Chemical Composition
(Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
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Franklinite and Weloganite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Weloganite 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 Weloganite chemical formula.

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Franklinite and Weloganite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Weloganite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Weloganite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.20-3.22 whereas that of Weloganite is 3.20-3.22.

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