Rhyolite and Sodalite Physical Properties

Rhyolite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rhyolite 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 Rhyolite and Sodalite chemical formula.

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• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Rhyolite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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