Druzy and Sodalite Physical Properties

Druzy

Sodalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available2.15-2.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Poor on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-35-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Druzy and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Druzy 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 Druzy and Sodalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Druzy- Au
Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

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Druzy and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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