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Pietersite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Norbergite and Pietersite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
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3.177   

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

Cleavage
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{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
5   
6-6.5   

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

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Pietersite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite 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 Pietersite and Norbergite chemical formula.

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Pietersite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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

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