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Scheelite and Alunite Physical Properties


Alunite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
2.6-2.9  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
On {0001}, perfect  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
3.5-4  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
KAl3(SO4)2(OH)6  

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Scheelite and Alunite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Alunite 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 Alunite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Alunite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Alunite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Alunite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.6-2.9 whereas that of Alunite is 2.6-2.9.

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