Scheelite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Cassiterite 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 Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.