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Langbeinite and Sodalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Slowly dissolves in water
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
Not Available
2.15-2.40
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Langbeinite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite and Sodalite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Langbeinite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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