Manganotantalite and Fluorite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Fluorite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

slightly water soluble and in hot hydrochloric acid

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.00-3.25

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Octahedral, perfect on {111}, parting on {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.54

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaF₂

Manganotantalite and Fluorite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Fluorite 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 Fluorite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Fluorite- CaF₂

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Manganotantalite and Fluorite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Fluorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Fluorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.00-3.25 whereas that of Fluorite is 3.00-3.25.