Franklinite and Zoisite Physical Properties

Franklinite

Zoisite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.05-5.223.20-3.50

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Even

1.6 Cleavage

None

Perfect {010} imperfect {100}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-66-7

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 Zoisite Chemical Formula

While comparing Franklinite and Zoisite 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 Zoisite chemical formula.

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

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Franklinite and Zoisite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Franklinite and Zoisite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Franklinite and Zoisite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Franklinite is 3.20-3.50 whereas that of Zoisite is 3.20-3.50.