Sillimanite and Sodalite Physical Properties

Sillimanite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sillimanite 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 Sillimanite and Sodalite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sillimanite- Al 2SiO 5Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂

Sillimanite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

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