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Microlite and Sodalite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.52.15-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Microlite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Microlite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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