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Scheelite and Ajoite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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Decomposed by acids
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.96
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Perfect on {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Scheelite and Ajoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Ajoite 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 Scheelite and Ajoite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Ajoite- (K,Na)3Cu20Al3Si29O76(OH)16•~8(H2O)

Scheelite and Ajoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Ajoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Ajoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.96 whereas that of Ajoite is 2.96.