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Tinzenite and Scheelite Physical Properties


Scheelite and Tinzenite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.355-3.433   
5.9-6.3   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven   

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

Mohs Hardness
Not Available   
4.5-5   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Mn2+ ,Fe2+ ) 3Al 2BSi 4O 15(OH)Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
CaWO 4Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Tinzenite and Scheelite Chemical Formula

While comparing Tinzenite 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 Tinzenite and Scheelite chemical formula.

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Tinzenite and Scheelite Specific Gravity

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

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