Rhodochrosite and Scheelite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.0-3.3
5.9-6.3
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
On {10 1 1} perfect; parting on {10 1 2}
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
MnCO3
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Rhodochrosite and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Rhodochrosite 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 Rhodochrosite and Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Rhodochrosite- MnCO3
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Rhodochrosite and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Rhodochrosite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Rhodochrosite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Rhodochrosite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.