Manganotantalite and Ludlamite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Ludlamite

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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 Available3.1-3.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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Vitreous, pearly on cleavage

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.53-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Ludlamite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Ludlamite 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 Ludlamite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Ludlamite- (Fe2+ ,Mg,Mn2+ ) 3(PO 4) 2 · 4H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Manganotantalite and Ludlamite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Ludlamite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Ludlamite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.1-3.2 whereas that of Ludlamite is 3.1-3.2.