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Anglesite and Sodalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
6.30-6.39
2.15-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, Brittle, Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
[001] good, [210] distinct
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Anglesite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Anglesite and Sodalite 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 Anglesite and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Anglesite- PbSO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Anglesite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Anglesite and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Anglesite and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Anglesite is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.