Nifontovite and Richterite Physical Properties

Nifontovite and Richterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Richterite 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 Richterite 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 Richterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Richterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Richterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 3.0-3.5 whereas that of Richterite is 3.0-3.5.