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Manganotantalite and Arfvedsonite Physical Properties


Arfvedsonite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.3-3.5   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Perfect on [110]   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
NaNa2(Fe++4Fe+++)Si8O22(OH)2   

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Manganotantalite and Arfvedsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Arfvedsonite 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 Arfvedsonite chemical formula.

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Manganotantalite and Arfvedsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Arfvedsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Arfvedsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.3-3.5 whereas that of Arfvedsonite is 3.3-3.5.

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