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Nifontovite and Hurlbutite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.35-2.36
2.90
1.5 Fracture
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ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
None
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nifontovite and Hurlbutite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Hurlbutite 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 Hurlbutite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Hurlbutite- CaBe 2(PO 4) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nifontovite and Hurlbutite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Hurlbutite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Hurlbutite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 2.90 whereas that of Hurlbutite is 2.90.