Nifontovite and Baryte Physical Properties

Nifontovite and Baryte Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Baryte 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 Nifontovite and Baryte chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Baryte Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Baryte Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 4.3-5 whereas that of Baryte is 4.3-5.