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Augite and Sodalite Physical Properties


Sodalite and Augite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56   
2.15-2.40   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct   
Poor on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2   

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Augite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite 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 Augite and Sodalite chemical formula.

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Augite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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

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