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Marcasite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
4.80-4.90
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Indistinct
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
FeS 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Marcasite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Marcasite and Manganotantalite 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 Marcasite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

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

Marcasite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Marcasite and Manganotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Marcasite and Manganotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Marcasite is Not Available whereas that of Manganotantalite is Not Available.

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