Scheelite and Magnesite Physical Properties
Solubility
-
Effervesces in hot HCl
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.92-3.12
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
[10 1 1] perfect
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
3.5-4.5
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Magnesite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Magnesite 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 Magnesite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Magnesite- MgCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Magnesite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Magnesite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Magnesite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.92-3.12 whereas that of Magnesite is 2.92-3.12.