Witherite and Scheelite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
4.27-4.35
5.9-6.3
Fracture
Conchoidal
Conchoidal, Uneven
Cleavage
{010} Distinct
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Mohs Hardness
3-3.5
4.5-5
Chemical Composition
BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Witherite and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Witherite 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 Witherite and Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Witherite- BaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Witherite and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Witherite and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Witherite and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Witherite is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.