Manganotantalite and Apophyllite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite and Apophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Apophyllite 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 Apophyllite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Apophyllite- KCa 4Si 8O 20(F,OH) · 8H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Manganotantalite and Apophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Apophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Apophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.30-2.50 whereas that of Apophyllite is 2.30-2.50.