Bowenite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

Bowenite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bowenite 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 Bowenite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Bowenite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Bowenite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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