Halite and Titanite Physical Properties

Halite

Titanite

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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

2.173.48-3.60

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic

Sub-Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

Perfect {001}, three directions cubic

Distinct on [110], parting on {221}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.0-2.55-5.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

NaCl

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Halite and Titanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Titanite 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 Titanite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl

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Halite and Titanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Titanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Titanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 3.48-3.60 whereas that of Titanite is 3.48-3.60.