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Manganotantalite and Tanzanite Physical Properties


Tanzanite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Hard   

Specific Gravity
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3.35   

Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)   

Cleavage
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Perfect {010}, imperfect {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6.5   
6.5-7   

Chemical Composition
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   

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Manganotantalite and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Manganotantalite and Tanzanite 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 Tanzanite chemical formula.

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Manganotantalite and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Manganotantalite and Tanzanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Manganotantalite and Tanzanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Manganotantalite is 3.35 whereas that of Tanzanite is 3.35.

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