Zircon and Cassiterite Physical Properties
Solubility
insoluble
insoluble
Durability
Not Available
Not Available
Specific Gravity
3.93-4.73
6.86-7.03
Fracture
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), Irregular
Cleavage
{110} and {111}
{100} imperfect, {110} indistinct; partings on {111} or {011}
Chemical Composition
ZrSiO4
SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Cassiterite Chemical Formula
While comparing Zircon 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 Zircon and Cassiterite chemical formula.
- Chemical formula of Zircon- ZrSiO4
- Chemical formula of Cassiterite- SnO 2Michael OâDonoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references
Zircon and Cassiterite Specific Gravity
Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Zircon and Cassiterite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Zircon and Cassiterite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Zircon is 6.86-7.03 whereas that of Cassiterite is 6.86-7.03.