Manganotantalite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Scheelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available5.9-6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Manganotantalite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.