Chrome-Chalcedony and Scheelite Physical Properties

Chrome-Chalcedony and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chrome-Chalcedony 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 Chrome-Chalcedony and Scheelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Chrome-Chalcedony- SiO 2 (with trace Cr minerals) Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Chrome-Chalcedony and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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