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Scheelite and Wulfenite Physical Properties


Wulfenite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
6.50-7.00  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Irregular, Conchoidal  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
On {011}, distinct; on {001}, {013}, indistinct  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
3  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
PbMoO 4Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)  

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Scheelite and Wulfenite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Wulfenite 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 Wulfenite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Wulfenite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Wulfenite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Wulfenite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 6.50-7.00 whereas that of Wulfenite is 6.50-7.00.

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