Cassiterite vs Galena
| Property | Cassiterite | Galena |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | SnO2 | PbS |
| Système Cristallin | Tetragonal | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Classe Minérale | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Dureté Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 2.5-2.8 |
| Couleur | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Lead-gray |
| Éclat | Adamantine | Metallic |
| Trait | White to pale brown | Lead-gray |
| Transparence | Translucent | Opaque |
| Clivage | Poor {100} | Perfect cubic {001} |
| Cassure | Subconchoidal to uneven | Subconchoidal |