Andesine and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65-2.69
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, Conchoidal, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Perfect on {001}, good on {010}
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Andesine and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Andesine 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 Andesine and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Andesine- (Na,Ca)Al1-2Si3-2O8
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Andesine and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Andesine and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Andesine and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Andesine is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.