Cassiterite vs Chalcopyrite
| Property | Cassiterite | Chalcopyrite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | SnO2 | CuFeS2 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Tetragonal | Tetragonal |
| Classe Mineral | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Cor | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Brass-yellow, often with iridescent tarnish |
| Brilho | Adamantine | Metallic |
| Traço | White to pale brown | Greenish-black |
| Transparência | Translucent | Opaque |
| Clivagem | Poor {100} | Poor |
| Fratura | Subconchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |