Smoky Quartz and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.65
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Conchoidal, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
{0110} Indistinct
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
SiO2
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Smoky Quartz 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 Smoky Quartz and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Smoky Quartz- SiO2
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Smoky Quartz and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Smoky Quartz and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Smoky Quartz and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Smoky Quartz is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.