Home
Gemstones


Halite and Sapphire Physical Properties


Sapphire and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Water-soluble   
insoluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.17   
3.95-4.03   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)   

Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   
None, but may exhibit parting   

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5   
9   

Chemical Composition
NaCl   
Al 2 O 3   

Optical Properties >>
<< Astrology

Halite and Sapphire Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.

Compare Gems Found In Australia

Halite and Sapphire Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.

Gems Found In Australia

Gems Found In Australia


Compare Gems Found In Australia