Scheelite and Charoite Physical Properties

Scheelite and Charoite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Charoite 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 Charoite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Charoite- K(Ca,Na) 2Si 4O 10(OH,F) · H 2OMichael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Scheelite and Charoite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Charoite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Charoite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.54-2.78 whereas that of Charoite is 2.54-2.78.