Sardonyx and Stibiotantalite Physical Properties

Sardonyx

Stibiotantalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.55-2.70

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1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

{???} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6.5-7

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Sardonyx and Stibiotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sardonyx 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 Sardonyx and Stibiotantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sardonyx- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Stibiotantalite- SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Sardonyx and Stibiotantalite Specific Gravity

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