Crocoite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Crocoite

Scheelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.90-6.105.9-6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), (e.g. graphite).

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

{110} Distinct, {001} Indistinct, {100} Indistinct

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

2.5-34.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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

Crocoite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Crocoite 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 Crocoite and Scheelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Crocoite- PbCrO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Crocoite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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