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Rosasite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Norbergite and Rosasite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Effervesces in cold   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
4-4.2   
3.177   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on {100} and {010}   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
4   
6-6.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Rosasite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rosasite 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 Rosasite and Norbergite chemical formula.

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Rosasite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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

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