Amazonite vs Calcite
| Property | Amazonite | Calcite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | KAlSi3O8 | CaCO3 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Triclinic | Trigonal |
| Clase Mineral | 09 Silicates | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 3.0 |
| Color | Green, blue-green | Colorless, white, yellow, orange, blue, green |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Raya | White | White |
| Transparencia | Translucent | Transparent |
| Exfoliación | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} |
| Fractura | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |