Azurite vs Cassiterite
| Property | Azurite | Cassiterite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 | SnO2 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Monoclinic | Tetragonal |
| Clase Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 6.0-7.0 |
| Color | Azure blue, dark blue | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Raya | Light blue | White to pale brown |
| Transparencia | Transparent | Translucent |
| Exfoliación | Perfect {011}, fair {100} | Poor {100} |
| Fractura | Conchoidal | Subconchoidal to uneven |