Nifontovite and Chambersite Physical Properties

Nifontovite and Chambersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Chambersite 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 Chambersite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nifontovite and Chambersite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Chambersite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Chambersite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 3.50 whereas that of Chambersite is 3.50.