Zircon and Scheelite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
5.9-6.3
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Uneven
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
On {101}, distinct; on {112}, interrupted; on {001}, indistinct
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Scheelite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Scheelite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Scheelite- CaWO 4Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Scheelite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Scheelite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Scheelite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 5.9-6.3 whereas that of Scheelite is 5.9-6.3.