Baryte and Norbergite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.3-5
3.177
Fracture
Irregular/uneven
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
Perfect cleavage parallel to base and prism faces: {001} Perfect, {210} Perfect, {010} Imperfect
{???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Baryte and Norbergite Chemical Formula
While comparing Baryte 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 Baryte and Norbergite chemical formula.
>- Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Baryte and Norbergite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Baryte and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Baryte and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Baryte is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.