Rutilated Quartz and Scheelite Physical Properties

Rutilated Quartz and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Rutilated Quartz 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 Rutilated Quartz and Scheelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Rutilated Quartz- Quartz: SiO₂ Rutile: TiO2
• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Rutilated Quartz and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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