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Povondraite 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
3.262.15-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
None
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Povondraite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Povondraite 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 Povondraite and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Povondraite- NaFe3+3Fe3+6(BO 3) 3Si 6O 18(O,OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of Mineralogy (2001)
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Povondraite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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