1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Splintery
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [100] distinct
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references