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Halite and Geodes Physical Properties


Geodes and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
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Solubility
Water-soluble   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.17   
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Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   
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Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   
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Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5   
Not Available   

Chemical Composition
NaCl   
Not Available   

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Halite and Geodes Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Geodes 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 Geodes chemical formula.

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Halite and Geodes Specific Gravity

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

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