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Manganotantalite and Celestine 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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3.90-4.00
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, good on {210}, poor on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
3-3.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Celestine Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Celestine 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 Celestine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Celestine- SrSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Celestine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Celestine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Celestine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.90-4.00 whereas that of Celestine is 3.90-4.00.