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Scheelite and Sanidine Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
2.54-2.61
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
{001} Perfect, {010} Good
1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
6
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scheelite and Sanidine Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Sanidine 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 Sanidine chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Sanidine- KAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Scheelite and Sanidine Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Sanidine Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Sanidine Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.54-2.61 whereas that of Sanidine is 2.54-2.61.

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