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Sillimanite
Sillimanite

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Manganotantalite



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Sillimanite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.20-3.26Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Splintery
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{010} perfect
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-7.55.5-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Sillimanite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Sillimanite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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