Scheelite and Labradorite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.69-2.72
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Uneven, Conchoidal, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Perfect on {001}, less perfect on {010}, intersecting at near 90°; distinct on {110}
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
6-6.5
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Scheelite and Labradorite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Labradorite 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 Labradorite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Labradorite- (Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8
Scheelite and Labradorite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Labradorite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Labradorite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.69-2.72 whereas that of Labradorite is 2.69-2.72.