Garnet and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Specific Gravity
3.55-4.33
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven
Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular
Cleavage
Indistinct
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Mohs Hardness
6.5-7.5
6-7
Chemical Composition
Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Garnet and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Garnet 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 Garnet and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Garnet- Garnet is a series of several different minerals with unique chemical formulas.
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Garnet and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Garnet and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Garnet and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Garnet is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.