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Scheelite and Anorthite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.32.77
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven

Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Perfect [001] good [010] poor [110]

Mohs Hardness

4.5-56-6.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scheelite and Anorthite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Anorthite 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 Anorthite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Anorthite- CaAl 2Si 2O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scheelite and Anorthite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Anorthite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Anorthite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.77 whereas that of Anorthite is 2.77.