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Wavellite and Sodalite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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insoluble
-
2.36
Uneven, Subconchoidal, Fibrous
[110] perfect, [101] good, [010] distinct
3.5-4
Al 3(PO 4) 2(OH,F) 3 · 5H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
 
Brittle
Soluble
-
2.15-2.40
Conchoidal, Uneven
Poor on {110}
5-6
Na8Al6Si6O24Cl2

Wavellite and Sodalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Wavellite 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 Wavellite and Sodalite chemical formula.

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Wavellite and Sodalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Wavellite and Sodalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Wavellite Vs Sodalite during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Wavellite is whereas that of Sodalite is .