Gypsum and Scheelite Physical Properties

Gypsum and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Gypsum 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 Gypsum and Scheelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Gypsum- CaSO 4 -2(H 2O)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Gypsum and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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