Sulphur and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
2.05-2.08
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Not Available
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
Not Available
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Mohs Hardness
Not Available
6-7
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
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.