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Scheelite and Chalcedony Physical Properties


Chalcedony and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
2.55-2.70  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
6.5-7  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
SiO2  

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Scheelite and Chalcedony Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Chalcedony 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 Chalcedony chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Chalcedony Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Chalcedony Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Chalcedony Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.55-2.70 whereas that of Chalcedony is 2.55-2.70.

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