Foitite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

Foitite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Foitite 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 Foitite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Foitite- Na x[Fe2+2(Al,Fe3+ )]Al 6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(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

Foitite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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