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Stibiotantalite and Wavellite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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2.36
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
Uneven, Subconchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Fibrous
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Perfect
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
3.5-4
1.8 Chemical Composition
SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Stibiotantalite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Stibiotantalite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Stibiotantalite- SbTaO 4Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Wavellite- Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Stibiotantalite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Stibiotantalite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Stibiotantalite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Stibiotantalite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.