Manganotantalite and Rhodochrosite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Rhodochrosite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available3.0-3.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.53.5-4

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

MnCO₃

Manganotantalite and Rhodochrosite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃

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Manganotantalite and Rhodochrosite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Rhodochrosite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Rhodochrosite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.0-3.3 whereas that of Rhodochrosite is 3.0-3.3.