Aragonite vs Cassiterite
| Property | Aragonite | Cassiterite |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | CaCO3 | SnO2 |
| Système Cristallin | Orthorhombic | Tetragonal |
| Classe Minérale | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| Dureté Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 6.0-7.0 |
| Couleur | Colorless, white, yellow, blue, green | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow |
| Éclat | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Trait | White | White to pale brown |
| Transparence | Transparent | Translucent |
| Clivage | Poor {010} | Poor {100} |
| Cassure | Subconchoidal | Subconchoidal to uneven |