Rhodochrosite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

Rhodochrosite

Manganotantalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.0-3.3Not Available

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}

Not Available

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-45.5-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

MnCO₃

MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Rhodochrosite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO₃
Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Rhodochrosite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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