Cassiterite vs Diamond
| Property | Cassiterite | Diamond |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | SnO2 | C |
| Sistema Cristalino | Tetragonal | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Classe Mineral | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 01 Native Elements |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 10.0 |
| Cor | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Colorless, yellow, brown, blue, green, pink |
| Brilho | Adamantine | Adamantine |
| Traço | White to pale brown | None |
| Transparência | Translucent | Transparent |
| Clivagem | Poor {100} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fratura | Subconchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |