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Ruby and Sodalite Physical Properties


Sodalite and Ruby Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
3.97-4.05  
2.15-2.40  

Fracture
Conchoidal  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
No true cleavage  
Poor on {110}  

Mohs Hardness
9  
5-6  

Chemical Composition
Al 2 O 3  
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2  

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Ruby and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ruby 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 Ruby and Sodalite chemical formula.

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Ruby and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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

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