Scheelite and Chrysoprase Physical Properties

Scheelite

Chrysoprase

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.9-6.32.58-2.64

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

1.6 Cleavage

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

None

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

Scheelite and Chrysoprase Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Chrysoprase 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 Chrysoprase chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Chrysoprase- SiO₂ (with a high level of nickel impurities )

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Scheelite and Chrysoprase Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Chrysoprase Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Chrysoprase Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Chrysoprase is 2.58-2.64.