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Ulexite and Sodalite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Soluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.65-1.992.15-2.40
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Conchoidal, Uneven, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
Poor on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.55-6
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Ulexite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Ulexite and Sodalite 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 Ulexite and Sodalite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Sodalite- Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Ulexite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Sodalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is 2.15-2.40 whereas that of Sodalite is 2.15-2.40.