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Microlite and Scheelite Physical Properties

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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.5
5.9-6.3
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
1.6 Cleavage
{111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct, {111} Indistinct
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-5.5
4.5-5
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Microlite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Microlite 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 Microlite and Scheelite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Microlite- (Ca,Na) 2Ta 2O 6(O,OH,F)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Microlite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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