Chrysoberyl and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.69-3.81
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal to uneven, Brittle, Metallic, Uneven, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Distinct on {110}, imperfect on {010}, poor on {001}
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
BeAl 2 O 4
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysoberyl 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 Chrysoberyl and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysoberyl- BeAl 2 O 4
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysoberyl and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysoberyl and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysoberyl and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysoberyl is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.