Ametrine and Nifontovite Physical Properties

Ametrine and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ametrine and Nifontovite 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 Ametrine and Nifontovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Ametrine- SiO₂
• Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Ametrine and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ametrine and Nifontovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ametrine and Nifontovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ametrine is 2.35-2.36 whereas that of Nifontovite is 2.35-2.36.