Sulphur and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Sulphur

Cassiterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

Not Available

Brittle

1.2 Solubility

Not Available

insoluble

1.3 Durability

Not Available

1.4 Specific Gravity

2.05-2.086.86-7.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

Not Available

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

Not Available6-7

2 10

1.8 Chemical Composition

SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

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

Sulphur and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Sulphur 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 Sulphur and Cassiterite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Sulphur- SWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)
Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Sulphur and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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