Scheelite and Aragonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.93-2.96
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
3.5-4
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
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.