Scheelite and Smithsonite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
4.00-4.65
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Uneven, Sub-Conchoidal
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Perfect on [1011]
Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
5-5.5
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Smithsonite Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Smithsonite 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 Smithsonite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Smithsonite- ZnCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Scheelite and Smithsonite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Smithsonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Smithsonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 4.00-4.65 whereas that of Smithsonite is 4.00-4.65.