Adamite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.32-4.48
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Uneven, Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Uneven, Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
{101}, good; {010}, poor
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Adamite and Cassiterite 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 Adamite and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Adamite- Zn 2(AsO 4)(OH)Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Adamite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Adamite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Adamite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Adamite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.