Scheelite and Chrysocolla Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.00-2.45
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
none
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Scheelite and Chrysocolla Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
Scheelite and Chrysocolla Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Chrysocolla Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Chrysocolla Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.00-2.45 whereas that of Chrysocolla is 2.00-2.45.