Simpsonite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
None
Not Available
Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5.5-6.5
Chemical Composition
Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Simpsonite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Simpsonite 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 Simpsonite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Simpsonite- Al 4(Ta,Nb) 3(O,OH,F) 14Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Simpsonite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Simpsonite and Manganotantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Simpsonite and Manganotantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Simpsonite is Not Available whereas that of Manganotantalite is Not Available.