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Tantalite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.2
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Good in one direction
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
SiO2

Tantalite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Tantalite and Amethyst 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 Tantalite and Amethyst chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tantalite- (Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2

Tantalite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tantalite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tantalite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tantalite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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