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Angelite and Halite Physical Properties


Halite and Angelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Water-soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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2.17   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
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Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   

Mohs Hardness
3.5   
2.0-2.5   

Chemical Composition
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NaCl   

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Angelite and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Angelite and Halite 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 Angelite and Halite chemical formula.

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Angelite and Halite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Angelite and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Angelite and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Angelite is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.

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