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Scheelite and Bowenite Physical Properties


Bowenite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
2.58-2.80  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Irregular  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Mg,Fe2+ ) 3Si 2O 5(OH) 4Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)  

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Scheelite and Bowenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Bowenite 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 Bowenite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Bowenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Bowenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Bowenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.58-2.80 whereas that of Bowenite is 2.58-2.80.

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