Sardonyx and Franklinite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Franklinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.705.05-5.22

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-75.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Sardonyx and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx and Franklinite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Sardonyx and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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