Scheelite and Aragonite Physical Properties

Scheelite

Aragonite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

Dilute acid

Durability

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.32.93-2.96

1 7.18

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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven

Subconchoidal, Conchoidal

Cleavage

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

Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}

Mohs Hardness

4.5-53.5-4

2 10

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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scheelite and Aragonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Aragonite 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 Aragonite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Scheelite and Aragonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Aragonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Aragonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.93-2.96 whereas that of Aragonite is 2.93-2.96.