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Sapphire and Norbergite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.95-4.033.177
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None, but may exhibit parting
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
96-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Sapphire and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Norbergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
  • Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Sapphire and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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