Sphene and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
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Brittle
Solubility
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insoluble
Durability
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Specific Gravity
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6.86-7.03
Fracture
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Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
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{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Mohs Hardness
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6-7
Chemical Composition
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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
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.