Manganotantalite and Clinohumite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite and Clinohumite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Clinohumite 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 Clinohumite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Clinohumite- (Mg,Fe2+ ) 9(SiO 4) 4(F,OH)) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Clinohumite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Clinohumite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Clinohumite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.13-3.75 whereas that of Clinohumite is 3.13-3.75.