Manganotantalite and Hematite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Hematite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

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5.00-5.30

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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

1.6 Cleavage

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None, may show partings on {0001} and {10 1 1}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Fe 2O 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Manganotantalite and Hematite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Hematite 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 Hematite chemical formula.

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

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Manganotantalite and Hematite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Hematite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Hematite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 5.00-5.30 whereas that of Hematite is 5.00-5.30.