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Phenakite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.90-2.98
Not Available
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.5-8
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Phenakite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael 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

Phenakite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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