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Larvikite and Sodalite Physical Properties


Sodalite and Larvikite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.59   
2.15-2.40   

Fracture
Not Available   
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle   

Cleavage
Not Available   
Poor on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
6-6.5   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
Not Available   
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2   

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Larvikite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Larvikite 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 Larvikite and Sodalite chemical formula.

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Larvikite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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

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