Smoky Quartz and Scheelite Physical Properties
Solubility
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Durability
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Specific Gravity
2.65
5.9-6.3
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Chemical Composition
SiO2
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz and Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.