Sphene and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Sphene

Cassiterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.86-7.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

1.6 Cleavage

Not Available

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

1.7 Mohs Hardness

Not Available6-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

Not Available

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

Sphene and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sphene 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 Sphene and Cassiterite chemical formula.

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

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Sphene and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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