Scheelite and Shattuckite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
3.80-4.15
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
perfect along [010] and [100]
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
3.5-4
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Shattuckite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Shattuckite 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 Shattuckite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Shattuckite- Cu 5(SiO 3) 4(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Shattuckite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Shattuckite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Shattuckite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.80-4.15 whereas that of Shattuckite is 3.80-4.15.