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Chrysoberyl and Sodalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
2.15-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
8.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Chrysoberyl and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Chrysoberyl and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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