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Norbergite and Star diopside Optical Properties


Star diopside and Norbergite Optical Properties


Optical Properties

Luster
Vitreous   
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Pleochroism
Pale yellow very pale yellow colorlessAnthony et al   
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Dispersion
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Transparency
Transparent   
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Refractive Index
1.563-1.593   
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Optic Character
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Crystal System
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Birefringence
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Clarity
Transparent   
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Norbergite and Star diopside Optic Character

Norbergite and Star diopside optical properties play a significant role while distinguishing these gemstones from each other. These properties are influenced by the Norbergite and Star diopside Physical Properties like crystallographic symmetry, pleochroism,etc. in the crystal. Some of the optical properties are refractive index, luster, optic character, pleochroism etc. Prominent among these is Norbergite and Star diopside optic character. You might have noticed your gemologist rotating the gemstone while testing it. Rotating a gemstone along its optic axis helps in determining its optic character.

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Norbergite and Star diopside Transparency

Similar to their colors, Norbergite and Star diopside transparency can also be used as criteria for their primary identification. Although transparency cannot be the only criteria for gemstone identification, it can efficiently used in gemstone grading. Talking about their transparency, Norbergite is Transparent while Norbergite is Transparent in appearance.

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