Parisite and Norbergite Physical Properties

Parisite

Norbergite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

4.33-4.42

3.177

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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{???} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5

6-6.5

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

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

Parisite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Parisite and Norbergite 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 Parisite and Norbergite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Parisite- Ca(Nd,Ce,La) 2(CO 3) 3F 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

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Parisite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Parisite and Norbergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Parisite and Norbergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Parisite is 3.177 whereas that of Norbergite is 3.177.