Cassiterite vs Fluorite
| Property | Cassiterite | Fluorite |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | SnO2 | CaF2 |
| Crystal System | Tetragonal | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 03 Halides |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.0-7.0 | 4.0 |
| Color | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Purple, blue, green, yellow, colorless, pink |
| Luster | Adamantine | Vitreous |
| Streak | White to pale brown | White |
| Transparency | Translucent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Poor {100} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fracture | Subconchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |