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Halite

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Halite and Vanadinite Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

Water-soluble
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

2.176.8-7.1
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Uneven, Conchoidal

Cleavage

Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
None

Mohs Hardness

2.0-2.53-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

NaCl
C20H36

Halite and Vanadinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Vanadinite 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 Vanadinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl
  • Chemical formula of Vanadinite- C20H36

Halite and Vanadinite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Vanadinite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Vanadinite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 6.8-7.1 whereas that of Vanadinite is 6.8-7.1.