Norbergite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Norbergite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Norbergite and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Norbergite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Norbergite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Norbergite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Norbergite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.