Scheelite and Spinel Physical Properties
Tenacity
Brittle
Not Available
Solubility
Not Available
none
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3
3.64-3.66
Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
None, but may exhibit slight parting
Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
MgAl2O4
Scheelite and Spinel Chemical Formula
While comparing Scheelite and Spinel 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 Spinel chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Spinel- MgAl2O4
Scheelite and Spinel Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Spinel Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Spinel Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.64-3.66 whereas that of Spinel is 3.64-3.66.