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Sylvite and Norbergite Physical Properties


Norbergite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
1.993   
3.177   

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

Cleavage
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]   
{???} Distinct   

Mohs Hardness
2.5   
6-6.5   

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

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Sylvite and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sylvite 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 Sylvite and Norbergite chemical formula.

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Sylvite and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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

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