Nifontovite and Datolite Physical Properties

Nifontovite and Datolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Datolite 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 Datolite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Datolite- CaBSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Nifontovite and Datolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Datolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Datolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 2.90-3.00 whereas that of Datolite is 2.90-3.00.