Manganotantalite and Iolite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Iolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.6-2.7

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

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1.6 Cleavage

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3,1

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

Manganotantalite and Iolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Iolite 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 Iolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Iolite- Mg₂Al₄Si₅O₁₈

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Manganotantalite and Iolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Iolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Iolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.6-2.7 whereas that of Iolite is 2.6-2.7.