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Sodalite and Chabazite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15-2.402.08-2.16
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Irregular/uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
distinct/good on {1011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-64.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sodalite and Chabazite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Chabazite 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 Sodalite and Chabazite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
  • Chemical formula of Chabazite- CaAl 2Si 4O 12 -6H 2OArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Sodalite and Chabazite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Chabazite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Chabazite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 2.08-2.16 whereas that of Chabazite is 2.08-2.16.