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Sodalite
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Sodalite and Leucophanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15-2.40Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
{???} Good, {???} Good, {???} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6Not Available
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
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Sodalite and Leucophanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Leucophanite 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 Leucophanite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Leucophanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Leucophanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is Not Available whereas that of Leucophanite is Not Available.