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