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Moroxite and Sodalite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
3.13-3.26
2.15-2.40
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
5-6
1.8 Chemical Composition
Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Moroxite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Moroxite 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 Moroxite and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Moroxite- Ca 5(F,Cl)(PO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Moroxite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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