Hexagonite and Sodalite Physical Properties

Hexagonite

Sodalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.98-3.032.15-2.40

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Uneven

Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

[110] perfect; [010] distinct

Poor on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

5-65-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Hexagonite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hexagonite 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 Hexagonite and Sodalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Hexagonite- Ca 2Mg 5Si 8O 22(OH) 2Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

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Hexagonite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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