Adamite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

Adamite

Manganotantalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

4.32-4.48

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1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

{101}, good; {010}, poor

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5

5.5-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)

MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Adamite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Adamite and Manganotantalite 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 Adamite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Adamite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Manganotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Manganotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is Not Available whereas that of Manganotantalite is Not Available.