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Norbergite and Mimetite Physical Properties


Mimetite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
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Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.177   
7.10   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle   
Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle   

Cleavage
{???} Distinct   
[10 1 1] Imperfect   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
3.5   

Chemical Composition
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   
Pb 5(AsO 4) 3ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Norbergite and Mimetite Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Mimetite 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 Mimetite chemical formula.

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Norbergite and Mimetite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Mimetite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Mimetite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 7.10 whereas that of Mimetite is 7.10.

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