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Manganotantalite and Sodalite Physical Properties


Sodalite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
Not Available   
2.15-2.40   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Poor on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2   

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Manganotantalite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Sodalite 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 Sodalite chemical formula.

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Manganotantalite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.

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