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Scheelite and Xonotlite Physical Properties


Xonotlite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Brittle  
-  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
5.9-6.3  
2.71-2.72  

Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven  
Fibrous  

Cleavage
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct  
{???} Good  

Mohs Hardness
4.5-5  
6-6.5  

Chemical Composition
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  
Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)  

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Scheelite and Xonotlite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scheelite and Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite chemical formula.

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Scheelite and Xonotlite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Scheelite and Xonotlite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Scheelite and Xonotlite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Scheelite is 2.71-2.72 whereas that of Xonotlite is 2.71-2.72.

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