Manganotantalite and Lizardite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite and Lizardite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Lizardite 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 Lizardite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Lizardite- Mg 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Manganotantalite and Lizardite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Lizardite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Lizardite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.55 whereas that of Lizardite is 2.55.