Nifontovite and Feldspar Physical Properties

Nifontovite and Feldspar Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Feldspar 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 Feldspar 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 Feldspar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Feldspar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Feldspar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 2.56-2.75 whereas that of Feldspar is 2.56-2.75.