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Norbergite and Glaucophane Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.1773-3.15
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Distinct
Good on [110] and on [001]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6-6.56.0-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
[ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Norbergite and Glaucophane Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Glaucophane 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 Glaucophane chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Glaucophane- [ ]Na2(Mg3Al2)Si8O22(OH)2

Norbergite and Glaucophane Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Glaucophane Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Glaucophane Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 3-3.15 whereas that of Glaucophane is 3-3.15.