Milk Opal and Sodalite Physical Properties

Milk Opal and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Milk Opal 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 Milk Opal and Sodalite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Milk Opal and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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