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Amethyst and Norbergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble in common solvents
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.65
3.177
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Amethyst and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amethyst 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 Amethyst and Norbergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amethyst- SiO2
  • Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Amethyst and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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

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