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Scheelite and Cobaltite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
6.3
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, UnevenAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001) More from other references, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
{100} Good, {010} Good, {001} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scheelite and Cobaltite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Cobaltite 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 Cobaltite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Cobaltite- CoAsSAnthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Scheelite and Cobaltite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Cobaltite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Cobaltite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 6.3 whereas that of Cobaltite is 6.3.