Galena and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
6.23
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Subconchoidal, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Cubic perfect on [001], parting on [111]
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Mohs Hardness
2.5-2.75
6-7
Chemical Composition
PbS
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Galena and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Galena 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 Galena and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Galena- PbS
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Galena and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Galena and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Galena and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Galena is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.