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Sinhalite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

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Brittle

Solubility

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-

Durability

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-

Specific Gravity

3.46-3.505.9-6.3
1 7.18
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Fracture

Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven

Cleavage

Perfect
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct

Mohs Hardness

6-74.5-5
2 10
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Chemical Composition

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

Sinhalite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sinhalite 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 Sinhalite and Scheelite chemical formula.

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

Sinhalite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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