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Sodalite
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Sodalite and Snowflake Obsidian 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
2.15-2.402.33-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
Poor on {110}
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-65-5.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2
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Sodalite and Snowflake Obsidian Chemical Formula

While comparing Sodalite and Snowflake 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 Snowflake Obsidian chemical formula.

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

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Sodalite and Snowflake Obsidian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Sodalite and Snowflake Obsidian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Sodalite is 2.33-2.50 whereas that of Snowflake Obsidian is 2.33-2.50.