Nepouite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Nepouite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nepouite and Sylvite 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 Nepouite and Sylvite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nepouite- Ni3(Si2O5)(OH)4
• Chemical formula of Sylvite- KCl

Nepouite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nepouite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nepouite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nepouite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.