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Stibiotantalite and Lepidolite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available2.80-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Perfect
{001} perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-62.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Stibiotantalite and Lepidolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stibiotantalite and Lepidolite 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 Stibiotantalite and Lepidolite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Stibiotantalite- SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Lepidolite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Stibiotantalite and Lepidolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stibiotantalite and Lepidolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stibiotantalite and Lepidolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stibiotantalite is 2.80-2.90 whereas that of Lepidolite is 2.80-2.90.