Hackmanite and Scheelite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.27-2.33
5.9-6.3
Fracture
UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
Not Available
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Mohs Hardness
5.5-6
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hackmanite and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Hackmanite 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 Hackmanite and Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Hackmanite- Na 8Al 6Si 6O 24Cl 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Hackmanite and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Hackmanite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Hackmanite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Hackmanite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.