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Sodalite and Pietersite Physical Properties

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
2.15-2.40Not Available
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
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1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
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Sodalite and Pietersite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Pietersite 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 Pietersite chemical formula.

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

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