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Sodalite
Sodalite

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Sodalite and Lawsonite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15-2.403.09
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
White, Yellow, Pale blue, Brittle, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
Perfect on {100} and {010}, imperfect on {101}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-68
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
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Sodalite and Lawsonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Lawsonite 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 Lawsonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
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Sodalite and Lawsonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Lawsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Lawsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 3.09 whereas that of Lawsonite is 3.09.