Scheelite and Sapphire Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
3.95-4.03
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
None, but may exhibit parting
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Al 2 O 3
Scheelite and Sapphire Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Sapphire 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 Sapphire chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al 2 O 3
Scheelite and Sapphire Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Sapphire Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Sapphire Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.95-4.03 whereas that of Sapphire is 3.95-4.03.