Xenotime and Franklinite Physical Properties

Xenotime and Franklinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xenotime 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 Xenotime and Franklinite chemical formula.

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

Xenotime and Franklinite Specific Gravity

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