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Quartz Smoky and Sodalite Physical Properties


Sodalite and Quartz Smoky Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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Soluble   

Durability
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Specific Gravity
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2.15-2.40   

Fracture
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Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle   

Cleavage
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Poor on {110}   

Mohs Hardness
7   
5-6   

Chemical Composition
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Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2   

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Quartz Smoky and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Quartz Smoky 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 Quartz Smoky and Sodalite chemical formula.

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Quartz Smoky and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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

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