Scorodite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Scorodite

Cassiterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.86-7.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Sub-Conchoidal, Splintery

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

1.6 Cleavage

{201} Imperfect, {100} Poor, {001} Poor

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

3.5-46-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Scorodite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Scorodite 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 Scorodite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

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

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Scorodite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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