Amber and Scheelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Soluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
5.9-6.3
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
None
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Amber and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.
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