Sodalite and Scheelite Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.15-2.40
5.9-6.3
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
Poor on {110}
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Sodalite and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Sodalite and Scheelite 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 Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Sodalite and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.