Anorthite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

Anorthite

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

2.77Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55.5-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Anorthite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anorthite 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 Anorthite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael 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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Anorthite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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