Larvikite and Franklinite Physical Properties

Larvikite

Franklinite

Add ⊕

1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.595.05-5.22

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Larvikite and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite 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 Larvikite and Franklinite chemical formula.

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

Compare Brown Gemstones

Larvikite Vs Mellite

Larvikite Vs Microlite

Larvikite Vs Marialite

Larvikite and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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