Painite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
4.00-4.03
6.86-7.03
Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Not Available
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Painite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Painite 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 Painite and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Painite- CaZrBAl 9O 18Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Painite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Painite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Painite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Painite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.