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Scheelite and Labradorite Physical Properties


Labradorite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
2.69-2.72  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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 O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
(Na,Ca)1-2Si3-2O8  

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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.

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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.

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