Chrysoprase and Sodalite Physical Properties

Chrysoprase and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase and Sodalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )
• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Chrysoprase and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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