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Manganotantalite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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2.78   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
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Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
3.5   

Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Not Available   

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Manganotantalite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Manganotantalite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.

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