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Sodalite and Obsidian Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Soluble
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.15-2.40
2.35-2.60
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
5-5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
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Sodalite and Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Obsidian 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 Obsidian chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 2.35-2.60 whereas that of Obsidian is 2.35-2.60.

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