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Scheelite and Rosasite Physical Properties


Rosasite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Effervesces in cold  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
4-4.2  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Splintery  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
4  

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

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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.

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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.

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