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.
| 晶系 | Tetragonal |
| 矿物分类 | 04 Oxides and Hydroxides |
| 莫氏硬度 | 6.0-7.0 |
| 比重 | 6.80-7.10 |
| 颜色 | Brown, black, reddish-brown, yellow |
| 光泽 | Adamantine |
| 条痕色 | White to pale brown |
| 解理 | Poor {100} |
| 断口 | Subconchoidal to uneven |
| 透明度 | Translucent |
| 晶体习性 | Prismatic, bipyramidal, botryoidal |
莫氏硬度
Mohs Hardness: 6.0 – 7.0
1 Soft10 Hard
晶系
TetragonalFrequently 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.