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Scheelite and Kyanite Physical Properties


Kyanite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
3.53-3.65  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Splintery  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
[100] perfect [010] imperfect with 79° angle between  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
4-7  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Al2SiO5  

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Scheelite and Kyanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Kyanite 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 Kyanite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Kyanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Kyanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Kyanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.53-3.65 whereas that of Kyanite is 3.53-3.65.

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