Steatite and Scheelite Physical Properties

Steatite

Scheelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.20-2.805.9-6.3

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available4.5-5

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)

CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Steatite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Steatite 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 Steatite and Scheelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Steatite- Mg 3Si 4O 10(OH) 2Gemdat.org , Management Team (2012)
Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Steatite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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