Scorodite and Franklinite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Franklinite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available5.05-5.22

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Scorodite and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Franklinite chemical formula.

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

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Scorodite and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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