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Norbergite and Cinnabar Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Slightly sectile
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
1.04 x 10−25 g per 100 ml water (Ksp at 25°C = 2 x 10−32)
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1772
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Uneven, Uneven, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
Prismatic {10 1 0}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.52-2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Norbergite and Cinnabar Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Cinnabar 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 Cinnabar chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Cinnabar- HgSMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Norbergite and Cinnabar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Cinnabar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Cinnabar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 2 whereas that of Cinnabar is 2.