Microcline and Norbergite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.55-2.63
3.177
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Cleavage
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
{???} Distinct
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Microcline and Norbergite Chemical Formula
While comparing Microcline 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 Microcline and Norbergite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Microcline- KAlSi 3O 8Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
- Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Microcline and Norbergite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Microcline and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Microcline and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Microcline is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.