Norbergite and Astrophyllite Physical Properties

Norbergite

Astrophyllite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.177

3.2-3.4

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle

Uneven, Brittle, Metallic

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

Perfect on [001] imperfect on [100]

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

(K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Norbergite and Astrophyllite Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Astrophyllite 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 Astrophyllite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Astrophyllite- (K,Na) 3(Fe2+ ,Mn) 7Ti 2Si 8O 24(O,OH) 7Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Norbergite and Astrophyllite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Astrophyllite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Astrophyllite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 3.2-3.4 whereas that of Astrophyllite is 3.2-3.4.