Amazonite vs Fluorite
| Property | Amazonite | Fluorite |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | KAlSi3O8 | CaF2 |
| Crystal System | Triclinic | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 09 Silicates | 03 Halides |
| Mohs Hardness | 6.0-6.5 | 4.0 |
| Color | Green, blue-green | Purple, blue, green, yellow, colorless, pink |
| Luster | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Streak | White | White |
| Transparency | Translucent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |