Norbergite and Meionite Physical Properties

Norbergite

Meionite

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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

3.1772.78

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

{???} Distinct, {???} Indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.55-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Norbergite and Meionite Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Meionite 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 Meionite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Meionite- 3CaAl 2Si 2O 8 · CaCO 3Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

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Norbergite and Meionite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Meionite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Meionite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 2.78 whereas that of Meionite is 2.78.