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Scheelite

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Scheelite and Quartz Physical Properties

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
-

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.32.65
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Conchoidal

Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
{0110} Indistinct

Mohs Hardness

4.5-57
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SiO2

Scheelite and Quartz Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Quartz 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 Quartz chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Quartz- SiO2

Scheelite and Quartz Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Quartz Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Quartz Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.65 whereas that of Quartz is 2.65.