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Scheelite and Idocrase Physical Properties


Idocrase and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
-  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
-9999  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca10(Mg,Fe)2(Si2O7)2(SiO4)2O(OH)2  

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Scheelite and Idocrase Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Idocrase 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 Idocrase chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Idocrase Specific Gravity

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

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