Mother of Pearl and Norbergite Physical Properties

Mother of Pearl and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Mother of Pearl 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 Mother of Pearl 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)

Mother of Pearl and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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