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Nifontovite and Kunzite 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
3.15-3.21
1.5 Fracture
Not Available
Gemstones of the world (2001), UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
1,2 prismatic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
LiAlSi2O6

Nifontovite and Kunzite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Kunzite 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 Kunzite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi2O6

Nifontovite and Kunzite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Kunzite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Kunzite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 3.15-3.21 whereas that of Kunzite is 3.15-3.21.