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Sard and Norbergite Physical Properties

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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
2.58-2.63
3.177
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
6.5-7
6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Sard and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sard 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 Sard and Norbergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sard- SiO 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Sard and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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