Chrysoberyl and Manganotantalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
Not Available
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
8.5
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Manganotantalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Manganotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Manganotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is Not Available whereas that of Manganotantalite is Not Available.