How do I identify Norbergite?

Norbergite can be identified by its hardness of 6 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale, Orange-yellow color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Norbergite?

Norbergite typically appears in Orange-yellow, yellow, orange to brown. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Norbergite?

Norbergite has a hardness of 6 - 6.5 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.

How to Identify Norbergite | Properties, Meaning & Uses

What is Norbergite?

Norbergite is a nesosilicate mineral with formula Mg3(SiO4)(F,OH)2. It is a member of the humite group. It was first described in 1926 for an occurrence in the Östanmoss iron mine in Norberg, Västmanland, Sweden, for which it is named. It occurs in contact metamorphic zones in carbonate rocks intruded by plutonic rocks or pegmatites supplying the fluorine. Associated minerals include dolomite, calcite, tremolite, grossular, wollastonite, forsterite, monticellite, cuspidine, fluoborite, ludwigite, fluorite and phlogopite.

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