Manganotantalite and Peridot Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Peridot

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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 Available1.54-1.55

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Manganotantalite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Peridot 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 Peridot chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Manganotantalite and Peridot Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Peridot Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Peridot Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 1.54-1.55 whereas that of Peridot is 1.54-1.55.