Schorlomite and Sodalite Physical Properties

Schorlomite

Sodalite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

Soluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.77-3.93

2.15-2.40

1.5 Fracture

Gems, Conchoidal, Brittle

Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle

1.6 Cleavage

None

Poor on {110}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.5

5-6

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Schorlomite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schorlomite 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 Schorlomite and Sodalite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Schorlomite- Ca 3Ti4+2(Fe3+2Si)O 12Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

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Schorlomite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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