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Kainite and Norbergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15
3.177
1.5 Fracture
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{001}, perfect
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5-3
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Kainite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kainite 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 Kainite 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)

Kainite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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