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Franklinite
Franklinite
Chemical
Formula
ZnFe2O4
Species
Oxides & Hydroxides
Crystal
System
Isometric
Mohs
Scale
5-6
Specific
Gravity
5.07-5.22
Color
black
Streak
reddish brown to black
Luster
Metallic, Sub-Metallic
Refractive
Index
n = 2.36(2)
Diaphaneity
Opaque
Cleavage
None Observed
Fracture
Irregular/Uneven, Conchoidal
Crystal Habit:Otahedral crystals common; dodecahedral less common; cubic rare.
Geological Setting:High temperature metamorphism of Fe, Zn, Mn-rich marine carbonates.
Franklinite is a mineral with formula ZnFe2O4. It is associated with the Franklin Mine and Sterling Hill Mines in New Jersey.