Scheelite and Gaspite Physical Properties

Scheelite

Gaspite

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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

5.9-6.33.21

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

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1.6 Cleavage

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

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1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-54.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

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Scheelite and Gaspite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Gaspite 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 Gaspite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Scheelite and Gaspite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Gaspite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Gaspite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.21 whereas that of Gaspite is 3.21.