Scheelite and Beryllonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.79-2.87
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
{010} perfect; {100} good, interrupted; {101} indistinct; {001} in traces
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5.5-6
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Beryllonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Beryllonite 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 Beryllonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Beryllonite- NaBePO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Beryllonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Beryllonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Beryllonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.79-2.87 whereas that of Beryllonite is 2.79-2.87.