Selenite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Selenite

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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

26-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

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

Selenite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Selenite 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 Selenite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

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

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Selenite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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