Grossular and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Grossular and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Grossular 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 Grossular and Cassiterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Grossular- Ca 3Al 2(SiO 4) 3Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)
• Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Grossular and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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