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Tantalite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.2
3.09
1.5 Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Good in one direction
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
8
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
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Tantalite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tantalite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tantalite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tantalite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tantalite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.