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Manganotantalite and Chrysotile Physical Properties


Chrysotile and Manganotantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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insoluble in water   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.51-2.63   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Fibrous   

Cleavage
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Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
2.5-4.5   

Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)   

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Manganotantalite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

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Manganotantalite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.

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