Helenite and Franklinite Physical Properties

Helenite and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Helenite and Franklinite 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 Helenite and Franklinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Helenite- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Helenite and Franklinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Helenite and Franklinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Helenite and Franklinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Helenite is 5.05-5.22 whereas that of Franklinite is 5.05-5.22.