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Scheelite and Hessonite Physical Properties


Hessonite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
3.55-3.73  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
None  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
7-7.5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca3Al2(SiO4)3  

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Scheelite and Hessonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Hessonite 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 Hessonite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Hessonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Hessonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Hessonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.55-3.73 whereas that of Hessonite is 3.55-3.73.

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