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Norbergite and Datolite Physical Properties


Datolite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.177  
2.90-3.00  

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
{???} Distinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5  
5-5.5  

Chemical Composition
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)  
CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Norbergite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

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Norbergite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.

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