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Leucophanite and Franklinite Physical Properties


Franklinite and Leucophanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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5.05-5.22   

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

Cleavage
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct   
None   

Mohs Hardness
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5.5-6   

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

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Leucophanite and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite and Franklinite chemical formula.

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Leucophanite and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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

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