Manganotantalite and Fluorapatite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Fluorapatite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.1-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.55

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Manganotantalite and Fluorapatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Fluorapatite 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 Fluorapatite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Fluorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3FAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Manganotantalite and Fluorapatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Fluorapatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Fluorapatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.1-3.25 whereas that of Fluorapatite is 3.1-3.25.