Chrysocolla and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.00-2.45
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Sub-Conchoidal, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
none
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysocolla and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Chrysocolla 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 Chrysocolla and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Chrysocolla- Cu2H2Si2O5(OH)4
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Chrysocolla and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Chrysocolla and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Chrysocolla and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Chrysocolla is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.