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Nifontovite and Scorzalite 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
2.35-2.363.31
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
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Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
{110} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-55.5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
(Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nifontovite and Scorzalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Scorzalite 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 Scorzalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Nifontovite- Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Scorzalite- (Fe2+ ,Mg)Al 2(PO 4) 2(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Nifontovite and Scorzalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Scorzalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Scorzalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 3.31 whereas that of Scorzalite is 3.31.