Cassiterite vs Epidote
| Property | Cassiterite | Epidote |
|---|---|---|
| Rumus | SnO2 | Ca2(Al,Fe)3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH) |
| Sistem Kristal | Tetragonal | Monoclinic |
| Kelas Mineral | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 09 Silicates |
| Kekerasan Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 6.0-7.0 |
| Warna | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Pistachio green, yellowish-green, dark green |
| Kilap | Adamantine | Vitreous |
| Gores | White to pale brown | Gray |
| Transparansi | Translucent | Translucent |
| Belahan | Poor {100} | Perfect {001} |
| Pecahan | Subconchoidal to uneven | Uneven |