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Manganotantalite
Manganotantalite

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Manganotantalite and Corundum Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available3.90-4.05
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Difficult, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
None – parting in 3 directions
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.59
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Manganotantalite and Corundum Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Corundum 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 Corundum chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Corundum- Al 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Manganotantalite and Corundum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Corundum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Corundum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.90-4.05 whereas that of Corundum is 3.90-4.05.