Chemical formula | NaCl |
Molecular weight | 58.44 g/mol |
Appearance | White crystalline solid |
Density | 2.16 g/cm³ |
Melting point | 801°C (1474°F) |
Boiling point | 1413°C (2575°F) |
Solubility | Soluble in water |
Odor | Odorless |
Taste | Salty |
Crystal structure | Face-centered cubic (FCC) |
Electrical conductivity | High (in aqueous solutions) |