Steatite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

Steatite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite 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 Steatite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Steatite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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