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Scheelite and Erythrite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Sectile

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.33.06
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Sectile

Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Perfect on {010}; poor on {100} and { 1 02}.

Mohs Hardness

4.5-5-9999
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Scheelite and Erythrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Erythrite 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 Erythrite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Erythrite- Co3(AsO4)2•8(H2O)

Scheelite and Erythrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Erythrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Erythrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.06 whereas that of Erythrite is 3.06.