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Nifontovite and Enstatite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.36
3.20-3.25
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Good/distinct on [210]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Nifontovite and Enstatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Enstatite 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 Enstatite chemical formula.

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

Nifontovite and Enstatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.