Cassiterite vs Chrysocolla
| Property | Cassiterite | Chrysocolla |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | SnO2 | (Cu,Al)2H2Si2O5(OH)4 · nH2O |
| Crystal System | Tetragonal | Orthorhombic |
| Mineral Class | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 09 Silicates |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.0-7.0 | 2.0-4.0 |
| Color | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Blue, blue-green, green, turquoise |
| Luster | Adamantine | Vitreous |
| Streak | White to pale brown | White to pale blue |
| Transparency | Translucent | Translucent |
| Cleavage | Poor {100} | None |
| Fracture | Subconchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |