Hurlbutite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.90
  
Not Available
  
Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
  
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Cleavage
None
  
Not Available
  
Mohs Hardness
6
  
5.5-6.5
  
Chemical Composition
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Hurlbutite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Hurlbutite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hurlbutite and Manganotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hurlbutite and Manganotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hurlbutite is Not Available whereas that of Manganotantalite is Not Available.