Povondraite and Hypersthene Physical Properties

Povondraite and Hypersthene Chemical Formula

While comparing Povondraite and Hypersthene 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 Povondraite and Hypersthene chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Povondraite- NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
• Chemical formula of Hypersthene- (Fe,Mg) 2Si 2O 6Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Povondraite and Hypersthene Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Povondraite and Hypersthene Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Povondraite and Hypersthene Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Povondraite is 3.45-3.55 whereas that of Hypersthene is 3.45-3.55.