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Scheelite and Amethyst Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble in common solvents
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.65
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Indiscernible
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Scheelite and Amethyst Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Amethyst 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 Amethyst chemical formula.

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

Scheelite and Amethyst Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Amethyst Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Amethyst Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.65 whereas that of Amethyst is 2.65.

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