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Scheelite
Scheelite

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Scheelite and Langbeinite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
Slowly dissolves in water

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.3-9999
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal

Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
None

Mohs Hardness

4.5-53.5-4
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
K2Mg2(SO4)3

Scheelite and Langbeinite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Langbeinite 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 Langbeinite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Langbeinite- K2Mg2(SO4)3

Scheelite and Langbeinite Specific Gravity

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