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Pezzotaite and Cassiterite Physical Properties


Cassiterite and Pezzotaite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
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Brittle   

Solubility
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insoluble   

Durability
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Not Available   

Specific Gravity
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6.86-7.03   

Fracture
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Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular   

Cleavage
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{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}   

Mohs Hardness
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6-7   

Chemical Composition
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SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Pezzotaite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pezzotaite 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 Pezzotaite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

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Pezzotaite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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

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