Xonotlite and Cassiterite Physical Properties

Xonotlite

Cassiterite

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Physical Properties

Tenacity

Brittle

Solubility

insoluble

Durability

Specific Gravity

2.71-2.726.86-7.03

1 7.18

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Fracture

Fibrous

Subconchoidal, Uneven, Conchoidal, Irregular

Cleavage

{???} Good

{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}

Mohs Hardness

6-6.56-7

2 10

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Chemical Composition

Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

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

Xonotlite and Cassiterite Chemical Formula

While comparing Xonotlite 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 Xonotlite and Cassiterite chemical formula.

Chemical formula of Xonotlite- Ca 6Si 6O 17(OH) 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

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Xonotlite and Cassiterite Specific Gravity

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