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Tanzanite and Manganotantalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Hard
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.35
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1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {010}, imperfect {100}
Not Available
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
5.5-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Tanzanite and Manganotantalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tanzanite and Manganotantalite 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 Tanzanite and Manganotantalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)
  • Chemical formula of Manganotantalite- MnTa 2O 6Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Tanzanite and Manganotantalite Specific Gravity

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