Sodalite and Opal Physical Properties

Sodalite and Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Opal 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 Opal chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na₈Al₆Si₆O₂₄Cl₂
• Chemical formula of Opal- SiO₂ · nH₂O

Sodalite and Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 1.98-2.25 whereas that of Opal is 1.98-2.25.