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Scheelite and Langbeinite Physical Properties


Langbeinite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Slowly dissolves in water  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
-9999  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
3.5-4  

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

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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.

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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 .

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