Amazonite vs Barite
| Property | Amazonite | Barite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | KAlSi3O8 | BaSO4 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Triclinic | Orthorhombic |
| Clase Mineral | 09 Silicates | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 3.0-3.5 |
| Color | Green, blue-green | Colorless, white, blue, yellow, brown |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Raya | White | White |
| Transparencia | Translucent | Transparent |
| Exfoliación | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect {001}, {210} |
| Fractura | Conchoidal to uneven | Uneven |