Schorl and Stibiotantalite Physical Properties

Schorl

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

3.18-3.22

Not Available

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

{1011} Indistinct

{???} Perfect

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available

5.5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Schorl and Stibiotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorl 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 Schorl and Stibiotantalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorl- Na(Fe2+3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Stibiotantalite- SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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Schorl and Stibiotantalite Specific Gravity

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

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