Cassiterite and Scapolite Physical Properties

Cassiterite

Scapolite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Brittle

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1.2 Solubility

insoluble

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1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

6.86-7.032.58-2.74

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

ConchoidalWalter Schumann, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references, Splintery

1.6 Cleavage

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

{100} Distinct, {110} Distinct

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-75.5-6

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

Cassiterite and Scapolite Chemical Formula

While comparing Cassiterite and Scapolite 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 Scapolite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chemical formula of Scapolite- Na 4Al 3Si 9O 24Cl to Ca 4Al 6Si 6O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Walter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references

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Cassiterite and Scapolite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Cassiterite and Scapolite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Cassiterite and Scapolite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Cassiterite is 2.58-2.74 whereas that of Scapolite is 2.58-2.74.