Tantalite and Nephrite Physical Properties

Tantalite and Nephrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tantalite and Nephrite 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 Nephrite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Tantalite- (Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Nephrite- Ca 2(Mg,Fe) 5(OH) 2Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Tantalite and Nephrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tantalite and Nephrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tantalite and Nephrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tantalite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Nephrite is 2.90-3.10.