Tantalite and Sphalerite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.2
3.95-4.10
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
Good in one direction
{110} Perfect, {110} Perfect, {110} Perfect
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
(Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
(Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Tantalite and Sphalerite Chemical Formula
While comparing Tantalite and Sphalerite 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 Sphalerite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Tantalite- (Fe,Mn)Ta 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Sphalerite- (Zn,Fe)SMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Tantalite and Sphalerite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Tantalite and Sphalerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Tantalite and Sphalerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Tantalite is 3.95-4.10 whereas that of Sphalerite is 3.95-4.10.