Manganotantalite and Rhodolite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

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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 Available3.84

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

none, may show indistinct parting

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.57-7.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

(Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

Manganotantalite and Rhodolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Rhodolite 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 Rhodolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Rhodolite- (Mg,Fe)₃Al₂Si₃O₁₂

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Manganotantalite and Rhodolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Rhodolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Rhodolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.84 whereas that of Rhodolite is 3.84.