Chlorapatite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Chlorapatite

Scheelite

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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

3.17-3.185.9-6.3

1 7.18

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

Not Available4.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chlorapatite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chlorapatite 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 Chlorapatite and Scheelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chlorapatite- Ca 5(PO 4) 3ClAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)
Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chlorapatite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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