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Sphene and Scheelite Physical Properties


Scheelite and Sphene Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
-  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
-  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
-9999  
5.9-6.3  

Fracture
-  
Conchoidal, Uneven  

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

Mohs Hardness
-9999  
4.5-5  

Chemical Composition
CaTiSiO5  
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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Sphene and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Scheelite chemical formula.

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Sphene and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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

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