Bort and Sodalite Physical Properties

Bort and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bort 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 Bort and Sodalite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Bort and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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