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Sodalite
Sodalite

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Sodalite and Riebeckite 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
2.15-2.403.28-3.44
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Uneven, Splintery, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
Perfect on {110}, intersecting at 56° and 124°; partings on {100} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65.0-6.0
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
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Sodalite and Riebeckite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Riebeckite 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 Riebeckite chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Riebeckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Riebeckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 3.28-3.44 whereas that of Riebeckite is 3.28-3.44.