Covellite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Flexible
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.6-4.76
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Gemstones (2009), UnevenArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Perfect on {0001}
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-7
Chemical Composition
CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Covellite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Covellite 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 Covellite and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Covellite- CuSMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Covellite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Covellite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Covellite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Covellite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.