Norbergite and Rosasite Physical Properties

Norbergite

Rosasite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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Effervesces in cold

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.1774-4.2

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

{???} Distinct

Perfect on {100} and {010}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-6.54

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Norbergite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

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

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Norbergite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.