Cassiterite vs Gypsum
| Property | Cassiterite | Gypsum |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | SnO2 | CaSO4 · 2H2O |
| Système Cristallin | Tetragonal | Monoclinic |
| Classe Minérale | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates |
| Dureté Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 1.5-2.0 |
| Couleur | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Colorless, white, gray, yellow, brown |
| Éclat | Adamantine | Vitreous |
| Trait | White to pale brown | White |
| Transparence | Translucent | Transparent |
| Clivage | Poor {100} | Perfect {010} |
| Cassure | Subconchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |