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Tantalite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Pietersite and Tantalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
5.2   
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Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
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Cleavage
Good in one direction   
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Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5   

Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references   
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Tantalite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tantalite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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Tantalite and Pietersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tantalite and Pietersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tantalite and Pietersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tantalite is Not Available whereas that of Pietersite is Not Available.

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