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Scheelite


Properties and Data
Physical Properties
Composition
CaWO4

Calcium Tungstate
Density
6.1 g/cm3
Mohs Hardness
4.5 - 5
Member of
Scheelite Group
Crystal System
Tetragonal
Optical Properties
Type
Uniaxial (+)
Refractive Index
nω = 1.918 - 1.921
nε = 1.935 - 1.938
Dispersion Factor
0.026
Birefringence
δ = 0.016 - 0.017

Additional Properties
Scintillescent
Peak: ? (Teal)
Output: ? ph/MeV
Additional Information
This material is awaiting an article to be written...
Production and Synthesis
Czochralski Method
Czochralski Method
Involves pulling a crystal (boule) upward from a molten solution. Produces some of the purest crystals but requires a cleanroom environment.





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