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Halite and Hauyne Physical Properties


Hauyne and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Water-soluble   
Gelatinises in acids   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.17   
2.4-2.5   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle   

Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   
Distinct on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
NaCl   
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2   

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Halite and Hauyne Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Hauyne 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 Hauyne chemical formula.

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Halite and Hauyne Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Hauyne Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Hauyne Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 2.4-2.5 whereas that of Hauyne is 2.4-2.5.

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