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Kyanite and Halite Physical Properties


Halite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Water-soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.53-3.65   
2.17   

Fracture
Splintery, Brittle, Metallic   
Conchoidal, Brittle, Metallic   

Cleavage
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between   
Perfect {001}, three directions cubic   

Mohs Hardness
4-7   
2.0-2.5   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
NaCl   

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Kyanite and Halite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kyanite 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 Kyanite and Halite chemical formula.

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Kyanite and Halite Specific Gravity

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

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