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Riebeckite and Stibiotantalite Physical Properties


Stibiotantalite and Riebeckite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.28-3.44   
Not Available   

Fracture
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle   
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   

Cleavage
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}   
{???} Perfect   

Mohs Hardness
5.0-6.0   
5.5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.   

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Riebeckite and Stibiotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Riebeckite and Stibiotantalite 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 Riebeckite and Stibiotantalite chemical formula.

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Riebeckite and Stibiotantalite Specific Gravity

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

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