Manganotantalite and Emerald Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Hard
  
Specific Gravity
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2.67-2.78
  
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
  
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
  
Cleavage
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Imperfect on the [0001]
  
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
  
7.5-8
  
Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  
Be3Al2SiO6
  
Manganotantalite and Emerald Chemical Formula
While comparing Manganotantalite and Emerald 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 Emerald chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Emerald- Be3Al2SiO6
Manganotantalite and Emerald Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Emerald Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Emerald Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.67-2.78 whereas that of Emerald is 2.67-2.78.