Sulphur and Scheelite Physical Properties

Sulphur

Scheelite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.085.9-6.3

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

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

Sulphur and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Scheelite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Sulphur and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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