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Scheelite and Chromite Physical Properties


Chromite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
4.5-4.8  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
None, parting may develop along {111}  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
5.5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Fe++Cr2O4  

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Scheelite and Chromite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Chromite 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 Chromite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Chromite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Chromite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Chromite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 4.5-4.8 whereas that of Chromite is 4.5-4.8.

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