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Blue John and Scheelite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
3.00-3.25
5.9-6.3
1.5 Fracture
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Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
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On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Blue John and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Blue John 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 Blue John and Scheelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Blue John- CaF 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Blue John and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Blue John and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Blue John and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Blue John is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.