Scheelite and Rutile Physical Properties

Scheelite

Rutile

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

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Insoluble in acids

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

5.9-6.34.20-4.30

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)

1.6 Cleavage

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

{110} good, 100 moderate, parting on {092} and {011}

1.7 Mohs Hardness

4.5-56-6.5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scheelite and Rutile Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Rutile 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 Rutile chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Rutile- TiO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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Scheelite and Rutile Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Rutile Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Rutile Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 4.20-4.30 whereas that of Rutile is 4.20-4.30.