Danburite and Halite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Water-soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.97-3.03
2.17
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{001} Poor
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
Chemical Composition
CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaCl
Danburite and Halite Chemical Formula
While comparing Danburite 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 Danburite and Halite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Danburite- CaB 2(SiO 4) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
Danburite and Halite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Danburite and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Danburite and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Danburite is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.