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scheelite (shā`līt, shē`–), heavy white or yellow mineral, calcium tungstate, CaWO4, crystallizing in the tetragonal system. It is found in granite pegmatites, in contact-metamorphic deposits (especially limestones intruded by granites), and in quartz veins. It is an important ore of tungsten and is mined in many parts of the world. Scheelite fluoresces bright bluish-white in ultraviolet radiation, a distinguishing feature utilized in prospecting and mining. scheelite [′shā‚līt] (mineralogy) CaWO4A yellowish-white mineral crystallizing in the tetragonal system and occurring in tabular or massive form in pneumatolytic veins associated with quartz; an ore of tungsten. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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