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Halite and Alexandrite Physical Properties


Alexandrite and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Water-soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.17   
3.69-3.81   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   
1,1 ; 3,2.   

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5   
8.5   

Chemical Composition
NaCl   
BeAl 2 O 4   

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Halite and Alexandrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Alexandrite 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 Halite and Alexandrite chemical formula.

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Halite and Alexandrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Alexandrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Alexandrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 3.69-3.81 whereas that of Alexandrite is 3.69-3.81.

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