Prismatine and Scheelite Physical Properties

Prismatine and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Prismatine 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 Prismatine and Scheelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Prismatine- Zn3(AsO4)2(H2O)
• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Prismatine and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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