Norbergite and Elbaite Physical Properties

Norbergite

Elbaite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.1772.90-3.10

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

Poor/indistinct on {1120} and {1011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.57

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

Norbergite and Elbaite Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Elbaite 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 Elbaite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Elbaite- Na(Li 1.5Al 1.5)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012) More from other references

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Norbergite and Elbaite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Elbaite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Elbaite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 2.90-3.10 whereas that of Elbaite is 2.90-3.10.