Cassiterite vs Epidote
| Property | Cassiterite | Epidote |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | SnO2 | Ca2(Al,Fe)3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH) |
| Sistema Cristalino | Tetragonal | Monoclinic |
| Clase Mineral | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 09 Silicates |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 6.0-7.0 |
| Color | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Pistachio green, yellowish-green, dark green |
| Brillo | Adamantine | Vitreous |
| Raya | White to pale brown | Gray |
| Transparencia | Translucent | Translucent |
| Exfoliación | Poor {100} | Perfect {001} |
| Fractura | Subconchoidal to uneven | Uneven |