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Papagoite and Nifontovite 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
3.25
2.35-2.36
1.5 Fracture
Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Imperfect in one direction
{???} Indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
3.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCuAlSi 2O 6(OH) 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)

Papagoite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Papagoite and Nifontovite 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 Papagoite and Nifontovite chemical formula.

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

Papagoite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Papagoite and Nifontovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Papagoite and Nifontovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Papagoite is 2.35-2.36 whereas that of Nifontovite is 2.35-2.36.