Paraiba and Scheelite Physical Properties

Paraiba

Scheelite

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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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1.4 Specific Gravity

3.04-3.135.9-6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

7-7.54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Paraiba and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Paraiba 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 Paraiba and Scheelite chemical formula.

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

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Paraiba and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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