Scheelite and Brucite Physical Properties

Scheelite and Brucite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Brucite 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 Brucite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Brucite- Mg(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scheelite and Brucite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Brucite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Brucite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.39 whereas that of Brucite is 2.39.