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Scheelite and Realgar Physical Properties


Realgar and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
3.56  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
-  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
-9999  

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

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Scheelite and Realgar Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Realgar 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 Realgar chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Realgar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Realgar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Realgar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.56 whereas that of Realgar is 3.56.

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