Manganotantalite and Stolzite Physical Properties

Manganotantalite

Stolzite

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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

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1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

Conchoidal, Uneven, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

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Imperfect on {001}, indistinct on {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5.5-6.52.5-3

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Manganotantalite and Stolzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Stolzite 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 Stolzite chemical formula.

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

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Manganotantalite and Stolzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Stolzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Stolzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 2 whereas that of Stolzite is 2.