Cassiterite

SnO2

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Cassiterite is the principal ore of tin and has been mined since the Bronze Age. It occurs primarily in high-temperature hydrothermal veins and placer deposits. Major sources include China, Indonesia, and Malaysia.

Sistema Cristalino Tetragonal
Classe Mineral 04 Oxides and Hydroxides
Dureza Mohs 6.0-7.0
Gravidade Específica 6.80-7.10
Cor Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow
Brilho Adamantine
Traço White to pale brown
Clivagem Poor {100}
Fratura Subconchoidal to uneven
Transparência Translucent
Hábito Cristalino Prismatic, bipyramidal, botryoidal

Dureza Mohs

Mohs Hardness: 6,0 – 7,0
1 Soft10 Hard

Sistema Cristalino

Tetragonal

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Cassiterite?
Cassiterite has a Mohs hardness of 6.0-7.0.
What crystal system does Cassiterite belong to?
Cassiterite crystallizes in the Tetragonal crystal system.
What color is Cassiterite?
Cassiterite is typically Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow.
What type of luster does Cassiterite have?
Cassiterite exhibits a Adamantine luster.
What is the chemical formula of Cassiterite?
The chemical formula of Cassiterite is SnO2.