Cassiterite vs Corundum
| Property | Cassiterite | Corundum |
|---|---|---|
| Formül | SnO2 | Al2O3 |
| Kristal Sistemi | Tetragonal | Trigonal |
| Mineral Sınıfı | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| Mohs Sertliği | 6.0-7.0 | 9.0 |
| Renk | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow | Red (ruby), blue (sapphire), various colors |
| Parlaklık | Adamantine | Adamantine |
| Çizgi Rengi | White to pale brown | Colorless |
| Şeffaflık | Translucent | Transparent |
| Dilimlenme | Poor {100} | None |
| Kırılma | Subconchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |