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Halite and Kainite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Water-soluble
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.17
2.15
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Splintery, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
{001}, perfect
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5
2.5-3
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCl
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Halite and Kainite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Kainite 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 Kainite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Kainite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Kainite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 2.15 whereas that of Kainite is 2.15.