Sapphire and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Sapphire and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sapphire 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 Sapphire and Cassiterite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Sapphire- Al ₂ O ₃
• Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Sapphire and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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