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Scheelite and Sylvite Physical Properties


Sylvite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
Soluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
1.993  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
Perfect on [100], [010], [001]  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
2.5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
KCl  

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Scheelite and Sylvite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Sylvite 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 Sylvite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Sylvite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Sylvite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Sylvite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 1.993 whereas that of Sylvite is 1.993.

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