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Manganotantalite and Andesine Physical Properties


Andesine and Manganotantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.65-2.69   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8   

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Manganotantalite and Andesine Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Andesine 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 Manganotantalite and Andesine chemical formula.

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Manganotantalite and Andesine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Andesine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Andesine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.65-2.69 whereas that of Andesine is 2.65-2.69.

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