Pietersite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Pietersite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.86-7.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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

1.6 Cleavage

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

56-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Pietersite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Pietersite 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 Pietersite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Pietersite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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