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Hauyne and Cassiterite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Brittle
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Gelatinises in acids
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.4-2.5
6.86-7.03
1.5 Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
Distinct on {110}
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
5-6
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
(Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Hauyne 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 Hauyne and Cassiterite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Hauyne- (Na,Ca)4-8Al6Si6(O,S)24(SO4,Cl)1-2
  • Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Hauyne and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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