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Thulite and Nifontovite Physical Properties


Nifontovite and Thulite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
3.1   
2.35-2.36   

Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect {010} imperfect {100}   
{???} Indistinct   

Mohs Hardness
6-7   
3.5-5   

Chemical Composition
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)   
Ca 3B 6O 6(OH) 12 · 2H 2OAnthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)   

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Thulite and Nifontovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Thulite 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 Thulite and Nifontovite chemical formula.

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Thulite and Nifontovite Specific Gravity

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

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