Siderite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.83-3.89
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Uneven, Conchoidal, UnevenArthur Thomas, Brittle
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Perfect on {01 1 1}
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Mohs Hardness
3.5-4.5
6-7
Chemical Composition
Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Siderite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Siderite 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 Siderite and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Siderite- Fe2+ CO 3Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Siderite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Siderite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Siderite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Siderite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.