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It comes from halite which is like a natural salt. Graphite, on the other hand, is the mineral used in pencils

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Can salt be made of Halite?

Cow licks may be made of Halite, so, yes, in a way, salt can be made of Halite.


What mineral is made of sodium and chlorine?

Salt Halite (Rock salt).


What is halite and how is it formed?

Halite is the mineral that we call table salt and is formed by the evaporation of fluids that are saturated in the elements that salt is made of, specifically sodium and chlorine.


Rock salt made by the evaporation of sea water?

Halite


What is this answer- rock salt is a rock made of halite?

There is no answer as it is a statement not a question.


What is table salt made from?

The mineral of sodium chloride is called halite.


Halite is a mineral formed by?

the evaporation of saline waters. It typically forms in sedimentary environments where saltwater bodies have evaporated, leaving behind the mineral deposits. Halite is also commonly found in salt lakes, salt flats, and salt mines.


What is refined halite?

Refined halite is a processed form of salt, also known as table salt. It is made by purifying and grinding natural halite crystals to remove impurities and ensure uniform texture and taste. Refined halite is commonly used in cooking and food preparation.


Was salt ever made of rock?

salt was never made from rock. Yes, salt was a rock, and it still is. Its mineral name is halite. Look it up.


Another name for halite?

Another name for halite is rock salt.


What is the description of halite?

Halite is a type of mineral or salt.


What are the uses of Flurite Halite Graphite Calcite and Quartz?

Fluorite is used in making lenses and optics, Halite is used in food preservation and salt production, Graphite is used in pencils and as a lubricant, Calcite is used in the production of cement and agriculture, and Quartz is commonly used in jewelry and electronic devices for its electrical properties.