Manganotantalite and Hiddenite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Hiddenite

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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 Available3.15-3.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

1,2 prismatic

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

LiAlSi₂O₆

Manganotantalite and Hiddenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Hiddenite 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 Hiddenite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Hiddenite- LiAlSi₂O₆

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Manganotantalite and Hiddenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Hiddenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Hiddenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Hiddenite is 3.15-3.21.