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Amblygonite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Norbergite and Amblygonite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.98-3.10   
3.177   

Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, Irregular/uneven, Sub-Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
[100] Perfect, [110] Good, [011] Distinct   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
6   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
(Li,Na)Al(PO 4)(F,OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references   
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Amblygonite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amblygonite and Norbergite 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 Amblygonite and Norbergite chemical formula.

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Amblygonite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amblygonite and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amblygonite and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amblygonite is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.

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