Manganotantalite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Cassiterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.86-7.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Cassiterite 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 Cassiterite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Manganotantalite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.