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Copper and Cassiterite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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insoluble
1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
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6.86-7.03
1.5 Fracture
Hackly Jagged, torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals)., torn surfaces, (e.g. fractured metals).
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
None
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Cu
SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Copper 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 Copper and Cassiterite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Copper- Cu
  • Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Copper and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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