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Citrine and Norbergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.653.177
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalMichael O’Donoghue, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Indiscernible
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
76-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO2
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Citrine and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Citrine 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 Citrine and Norbergite chemical formula.

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

Citrine and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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