Ulexite and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
Solubility
Not Available
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
1.65-1.99
6.86-7.03
Fracture
UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, UnevenAnthony et al, Uneven, Brittle, Metallic
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
{010} Perfect, {110} Perfect
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ulexite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Ulexite 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 Ulexite and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Ulexite- NaCaB 5O 6(OH) 6 · 5H 2OMichael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Ulexite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Ulexite and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Ulexite and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Ulexite is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.