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Phlogopite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Tough
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85
6.86-7.03
1.5 Fracture
None, Uneven
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
1.6 Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
2-2.5
6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
Not Available
SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phlogopite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Phlogopite 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 Phlogopite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

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  • Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Phlogopite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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

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