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Manganotantalite
Manganotantalite

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Manganotantalite and Smithsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available4.00-4.65
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on [1011]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.55-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Manganotantalite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.