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Scheelite
Scheelite

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Scheelite and Boracite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
Soluble

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.32.95-2.96
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal

Cleavage

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

Mohs Hardness

4.5-57-7.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scheelite and Boracite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Boracite 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 Boracite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Boracite- Mg 3B 7O 13ClMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scheelite and Boracite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Boracite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Boracite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.95-2.96 whereas that of Boracite is 2.95-2.96.