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Manganotantalite and Anorthite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.77
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Manganotantalite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Manganotantalite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.