Pietersite and Nifontovite Physical Properties

Pietersite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite 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 Pietersite and Nifontovite chemical formula.

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

Pietersite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

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