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Bixbite and Cassiterite Physical Properties


Cassiterite and Bixbite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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insoluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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6.86-7.03   

Fracture
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Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular   

Cleavage
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{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}   

Mohs Hardness
7.5   
6-7   

Chemical Composition
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SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Bixbite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Bixbite 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 Bixbite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

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Bixbite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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

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