Cassiterite and Enstatite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
Not Available
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.86-7.03
3.20-3.25
Fracture
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Cleavage
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Good/distinct on [210]
Chemical Composition
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cassiterite and Enstatite Chemical Formula
While comparing Cassiterite and Enstatite 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 Cassiterite and Enstatite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Enstatite- Mg 2Si 2O 6Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Cassiterite and Enstatite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cassiterite and Enstatite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cassiterite and Enstatite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cassiterite is 3.20-3.25 whereas that of Enstatite is 3.20-3.25.