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Halite and Goshenite 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
2.172.60-2.90
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
3,1 basal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.57.5-8
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCl
Be3Al2SiO6

Halite and Goshenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Goshenite 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 Goshenite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
  • Chemical formula of Goshenite- Be3Al2SiO6

Halite and Goshenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Goshenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Goshenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 2.60-2.90 whereas that of Goshenite is 2.60-2.90.