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Dravite and Sodalite Physical Properties

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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
3.03-3.18
2.15-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Irregular, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{???} Indistinct
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
7-7.5
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Dravite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Dravite 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 Dravite and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Dravite- Na(Mg 3)Al 6(Si 6O 18)(BO 3) 3(OH) 3(OH)Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Dravite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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