Chambersite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Chambersite

Cassiterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

3.50

6.86-7.03

1.5 Fracture

Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Conchoidal, Uneven

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

1.6 Cleavage

None

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

6-7

1.8 Chemical Composition

Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Chambersite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Chambersite 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 Chambersite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Chambersite- Mn 3B 7O 13ClMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Chambersite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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