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Scheelite and Poudretteite Physical Properties


Poudretteite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
2.51-2.53  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Conchoidal, Splintery  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
KNa 2B 3Si 12O 30Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Scheelite and Poudretteite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Poudretteite 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 Poudretteite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Poudretteite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Poudretteite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Poudretteite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.51-2.53 whereas that of Poudretteite is 2.51-2.53.

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