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Orthoclase and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.54-2.61
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1.5 Fracture
Gems, Uneven
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Has perfect cleavage on {001} and good cleavage on {010}. Cleavages intersect at 90°.
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Orthoclase and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Orthoclase 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 Orthoclase and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Orthoclase- KAlSi 3O 8Michael 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

Orthoclase and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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