Nifontovite and Sylvite Physical Properties

Nifontovite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Nifontovite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite 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 Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Nifontovite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Nifontovite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Nifontovite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.