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Scheelite and Chrysotile Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
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Solubility

-
insoluble in water

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.32.51-2.63
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Fibrous

Cleavage

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

Mohs Hardness

4.5-52.5-4.5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scheelite and Chrysotile Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Chrysotile 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 Chrysotile chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Chrysotile- Mg 3(Si 2O 5)(OH) 4Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scheelite and Chrysotile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Chrysotile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Chrysotile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.51-2.63 whereas that of Chrysotile is 2.51-2.63.