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Scheelite and Polyhalite Physical Properties


Polyhalite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
2.78  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
Perfect on {10 1 }; parting on {010}  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
3.5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
K2Ca2Mg(SO4)4·2H2O  

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Scheelite and Polyhalite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Polyhalite 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 Polyhalite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Polyhalite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Polyhalite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Polyhalite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.78 whereas that of Polyhalite is 2.78.

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