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Manganotantalite and Ettringite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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Partially soluble in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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1.77
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
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1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {10 1 0}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5
2-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Manganotantalite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Manganotantalite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.