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Halite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

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
2.17
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1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCl
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Halite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

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

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