Scapolite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.58-2.74
Not Available
Fracture
ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Scapolite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scapolite 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 Scapolite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Scapolite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scapolite and Manganotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scapolite and Manganotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scapolite is Not Available whereas that of Manganotantalite is Not Available.