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Sodalite and Gypsum Physical Properties


Gypsum and Sodalite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle   
Flexible   

Solubility
Soluble   
Soluble   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
2.15-2.40   
2.20-2.40   

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle   
Conchoidal, Splintery, Fibrous, UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)   

Cleavage
Poor on {110}   
Perfect on {010}, distinct on {100}   

Mohs Hardness
5-6   
2   

Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2   
CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)   

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Sodalite and Gypsum Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Gypsum 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 Gypsum chemical formula.

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Sodalite and Gypsum Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Gypsum Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Gypsum Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 2.20-2.40 whereas that of Gypsum is 2.20-2.40.

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