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Halite and Selenite Physical Properties

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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
2.17Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
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1.6 Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.52
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCl
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Halite and Selenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Selenite 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 Selenite chemical formula.

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

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