Hanksite and Nifontovite Physical Properties

Hanksite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hanksite 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 Hanksite and Nifontovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Hanksite- KNa22(SO4)9(CO3)2Cl
• Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Hanksite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

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