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Halite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
Water-soluble  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.17  
3.53-3.65  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Splintery  

Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic  
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between  

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5  
4-7  

Chemical Composition
NaCl  
Al2SiO5  

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Halite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

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Halite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.

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