Rutilated Quartz and Sodalite Physical Properties

Rutilated Quartz and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz and Sodalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2
• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Rutilated Quartz and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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