Cassiterite vs Fluorite
| Property | Cassiterite | Fluorite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | SnO2 | CaF2 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Tetragonal | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Classe Mineral | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 03 Halides |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-7.0 | 4.0 |
| Cor | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Purple, blue, green, yellow, colorless, pink |
| Brilho | Adamantine | Vitreous |
| Traço | White to pale brown | White |
| Transparência | Translucent | Transparent |
| Clivagem | Poor {100} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fratura | Subconchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |