Star Sapphire and Tantalite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.90-4.05
5.2
Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
Not Available
Good in one direction
Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
(Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Star Sapphire and Tantalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Star Sapphire and Tantalite 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 Star Sapphire and Tantalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Star Sapphire- Al 2O 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
- Chemical formula of Tantalite- (Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
Star Sapphire and Tantalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Star Sapphire and Tantalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Star Sapphire and Tantalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Star Sapphire is 5.2 whereas that of Tantalite is 5.2.