Caledonite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.6-5.76
Not Available
Fracture
Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
[001] perfect; [100] distinct
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Caledonite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Caledonite 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 Caledonite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Caledonite- Pb 5Cu 2(SO 4) 3(CO 3)(OH) 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Caledonite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Caledonite and Manganotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Caledonite and Manganotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Caledonite is Not Available whereas that of Manganotantalite is Not Available.