Hawks Eye and Norbergite Physical Properties

Hawks Eye and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hawks Eye 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 Hawks Eye and Norbergite chemical formula.

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

Hawks Eye and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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