Scheelite and Peridot Physical Properties

Scheelite

Peridot

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.9-6.31.54-1.55

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

Conchoidal

1.6 Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

Poor

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-56.5-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

(Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

Scheelite and Peridot Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Peridot 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 Peridot chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Peridot- (Mg,Fe)₂SiO₄

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Scheelite and Peridot Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Peridot Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Peridot Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 1.54-1.55 whereas that of Peridot is 1.54-1.55.