Phenakite and Sodalite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Soluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.90-2.98
2.15-2.40
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001), Brittle
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Cleavage
Distinct on {11 2 0}, imperfect on {10 1 1}
Poor on {110}
Chemical Composition
Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
Phenakite and Sodalite Chemical Formula
While comparing Phenakite 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 Phenakite and Sodalite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Phenakite- Be 2SiO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
Phenakite and Sodalite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Phenakite and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Phenakite and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Phenakite is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.