Azurite vs Fluorite
| Property | Azurite | Fluorite |
|---|---|---|
| Formula | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 | CaF2 |
| Crystal System | Monoclinic | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Mineral Class | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 03 Halides |
| Mohs Hardness | 3.5-4.0 | 4.0 |
| Color | Azure blue, dark blue | Purple, blue, green, yellow, colorless, pink |
| Luster | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Streak | Light blue | White |
| Transparency | Transparent | Transparent |
| Cleavage | Perfect {011}, fair {100} | Perfect octahedral {111} |
| Fracture | Conchoidal | Conchoidal |