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Scheelite and Rosasite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle
Brittle

Solubility

-
Effervesces in cold

Durability

-
-

Specific Gravity

5.9-6.34-4.2
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal, Uneven
Splintery

Cleavage

On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Perfect on {100} and {010}

Mohs Hardness

4.5-54
2 10
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Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CuZn(CO3)(OH)2

Scheelite and Rosasite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Rosasite 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 Rosasite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Rosasite- CuZn(CO3)(OH)2

Scheelite and Rosasite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Rosasite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Rosasite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 4-4.2 whereas that of Rosasite is 4-4.2.