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Phlogopite and Cassiterite Physical Properties


Cassiterite and Phlogopite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Tough  
Brittle  

Solubility
-  
insoluble  

Durability
-  
-  

Specific Gravity
2.78-2.85  
6.86-7.03  

Fracture
Uneven  
Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular  

Cleavage
Perfect basal (001)  
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}  

Mohs Hardness
2-2.5  
6-7  

Chemical Composition
KMg3(Si3Al)O10(F,OH)2  
SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references  

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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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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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