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Halite and Wavellite Physical Properties


Wavellite and Halite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
Water-soluble  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.17  
2.36  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous  

Cleavage
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic  
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct  

Mohs Hardness
2.0-2.5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
NaCl  
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Halite and Wavellite Chemical Formula

While comparing Halite and Wavellite 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 Wavellite chemical formula.

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Halite and Wavellite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Halite and Wavellite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Halite and Wavellite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Halite is 2.36 whereas that of Wavellite is 2.36.

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