Scheelite and Kurnakovite Physical Properties

Scheelite and Kurnakovite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Kurnakovite 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 Kurnakovite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Kurnakovite- Ca3Al3(SiO4)3(OH)

Scheelite and Kurnakovite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Kurnakovite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Kurnakovite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 1.847-1.852 whereas that of Kurnakovite is 1.847-1.852.