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Halite and Bixbite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Water-soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.17
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5
7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCl
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Halite and Bixbite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Bixbite 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 Bixbite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
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Halite and Bixbite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Bixbite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Bixbite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is Not Available whereas that of Bixbite is Not Available.