Nifontovite and Ettringite Physical Properties

Nifontovite and Ettringite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Ettringite 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 Ettringite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Ettringite- Ca 6Al 2(SO 4) 3(OH) 12 26H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nifontovite and Ettringite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Ettringite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Ettringite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 1.77 whereas that of Ettringite is 1.77.