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Scheelite and Annabergite Physical Properties


Annabergite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Sectile  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
3.07  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
-  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
Perfect on {010}, indistinct on {100} and {102}  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
2  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ni3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)  

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Scheelite and Annabergite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Annabergite 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 Annabergite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Annabergite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Annabergite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Annabergite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.07 whereas that of Annabergite is 3.07.

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