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Scheelite and Bayldonite Physical Properties


Bayldonite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
5.50  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
4.5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Cu,Zn)3Pb(AsO3OH)2(OH)2  

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Scheelite and Bayldonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Bayldonite 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 Bayldonite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Bayldonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Bayldonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Bayldonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 5.50 whereas that of Bayldonite is 5.50.

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