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Amber and Cassiterite Physical Properties

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1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Soluble
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
1.05-1.10
6.86-7.03
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
None
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
[C,H,O]
SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Amber 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 Amber and Cassiterite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Amber- [C,H,O]
  • Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Amber and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Amber and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Amber and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Amber is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.