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Zircon and Norbergite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
insoluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.93-4.733.177
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7.56-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Norbergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Norbergite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
  • Chemical formula of Norbergite- Mg 3(SiO 4)(F,OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Zircon and Norbergite Specific Gravity

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