Trinitite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Trinitite

Cassiterite

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1 Physical Properties

1.1 Tenacity

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Brittle

1.2 Solubility

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insoluble

1.3 Durability

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1.4 Specific Gravity

Not Available6.86-7.03

1 7.18

1.5 Fracture

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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

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

Trinitite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Trinitite 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 Trinitite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

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

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Trinitite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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