Schultenite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Schultenite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Schultenite and Scheelite 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 Schultenite and Scheelite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Schultenite- PbHAsO4
• Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Schultenite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Schultenite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Schultenite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Schultenite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.