Apatite vs Cassiterite
| Property | Apatite | Cassiterite |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH) | SnO2 |
| Crystal System | Hexagonal | Tetragonal |
| Mineral Class | 08 Phosphates, Arsenates, and Vanadates | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| Mohs Hardness | 5.0 | 6.0-7.0 |
| Color | Green, blue, yellow, violet, colorless | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow |
| Luster | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Streak | White | White to pale brown |
| Transparency | Transparent | Translucent |
| Cleavage | Poor {0001} | Poor {100} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal to uneven | Subconchoidal to uneven |