Norbergite and Alexandrite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.177
  
3.69-3.81
  
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
  
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Cleavage
{???} Distinct
  
1,1 ; 3,2.
  
Mohs Hardness
6-6.5
  
8.5
  
Chemical Composition
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  
BeAl 2 O 4
  
Norbergite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula
While comparing Norbergite and Alexandrite 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 Norbergite and Alexandrite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
- Chemical formula of Alexandrite- BeAl 2 O 4
Norbergite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.