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Nifontovite and Hauyne Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Gelatinises in acids
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.362.4-2.5
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Distinct on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Nifontovite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2

Nifontovite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.