Manganotantalite and Mellite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Mellite

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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

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1.58-1.60

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{011} Imperfect

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

Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Manganotantalite and Mellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Mellite 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 Mellite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Mellite- Al 2(Cl 2O 12) · 18H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Manganotantalite and Mellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Mellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Mellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 1.58-1.60 whereas that of Mellite is 1.58-1.60.

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