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Scheelite and Thulite Physical Properties


Thulite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
3.1  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Uneven, Conchoidal  

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

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca2Al3(SiO4)3(OH)  

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Scheelite and Thulite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Thulite 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 Thulite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Thulite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Thulite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Thulite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 3.1 whereas that of Thulite is 3.1.

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