Euclase and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Euclase and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Euclase 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 Euclase and Cassiterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Euclase- BeAlSiO 4(OH)Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
• Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Euclase and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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