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Nifontovite and Gaylussite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
decomposes in water
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.361.93-1.99
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
perfect [110]
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-52.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Nifontovite and Gaylussite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Gaylussite 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 Gaylussite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Gaylussite- Na2Ca(CO3)2•5(H2O)

Nifontovite and Gaylussite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Gaylussite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Gaylussite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 1.93-1.99 whereas that of Gaylussite is 1.93-1.99.