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Blue John and Sodalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.00-3.25
2.15-2.40
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Blue John and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John 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 Blue John and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Blue John and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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