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Scheelite and Steatite 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
2.20-2.80
1.5 Fracture
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
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1.6 Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
4.5-5
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1.8 Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scheelite and Steatite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Steatite 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 Steatite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
  • Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

Scheelite and Steatite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Steatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Steatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.20-2.80 whereas that of Steatite is 2.20-2.80.