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Petalite and Sodalite Physical Properties


Sodalite and Petalite Physical Properties


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Petalite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Petalite 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 Petalite and Sodalite chemical formula.

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Petalite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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

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