Aragonite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Dilute acid
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.93-2.96
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Subconchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Distinct on {010}, imperfect {110} and {011}
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Aragonite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Aragonite 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 Aragonite and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Aragonite- CaCO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Aragonite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Aragonite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Aragonite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Aragonite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.