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Edenite and Halite Physical Properties


Halite and Edenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Water-soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.05-3.37   
2.17   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
Good on (110)   
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2.0-2.5   

Chemical Composition
NaCa2Mg5Si7AlO22(OH)2   
NaCl   

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Edenite and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Edenite 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 Edenite and Halite chemical formula.

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Edenite and Halite Specific Gravity

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

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