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Halite and Spinel Physical Properties


Spinel and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Not Available   

Solubility
Water-soluble   
none   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.17   
3.64-3.66   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

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

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5   
8   

Chemical Composition
NaCl   
MgAl2O4   

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Halite and Spinel Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.

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Halite and Spinel Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.

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