Aragonite vs Cassiterite
| Property | Aragonite | Cassiterite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | CaCO3 | SnO2 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Orthorhombic | Tetragonal |
| Clase Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 6.0-7.0 |
| Color | Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Raya | White | White to pale brown |
| Transparencia | Transparent | Translucent |
| Exfoliación | Poor {010} | Poor {100} |
| Fractura | Subconchoidal | Subconchoidal to uneven |