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Halite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Bixbite and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Water-soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.17   
Not Available   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   
Not Available   

Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   
Not Available   

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5   
7.5   

Chemical Composition
NaCl   
Not Available   

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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.

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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.

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