Bort and Halite Physical Properties

Bort and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bort 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 Bort and Halite chemical formula.

>
• Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl

Bort and Halite Specific Gravity

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