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Hauyne and Halite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
Water-soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
2.17
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
2.0-2.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
NaCl

Hauyne and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne and Halite 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 Hauyne and Halite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Halite- NaCl

Hauyne and Halite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hauyne and Halite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hauyne and Halite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hauyne is 2.17 whereas that of Halite is 2.17.

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