Stolzite and Franklinite Physical Properties

Stolzite and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stolzite 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 Stolzite and Franklinite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Stolzite- PbWO4
• Chemical formula of Franklinite- (Zn,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ )(Fe3+ ,Mn3+ ) 2O 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Stolzite and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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