Cassiterite vs Celestine
| Property | Cassiterite | Celestine |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | SnO2 | SrSO4 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Tetragonal | Orthorhombic |
| Clase Mineral | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 3.0-3.5 |
| Color | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Colorless, pale blue, white, yellow |
| Brillo | Adamantine | Vitreous |
| Raya | White to pale brown | White |
| Transparencia | Translucent | Transparent |
| Exfoliación | Poor {100} | Perfect {001} |
| Fractura | Subconchoidal to uneven | Uneven |