Amazonite vs Chalcopyrite
| Property | Amazonite | Chalcopyrite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | KAlSi3O8 | CuFeS2 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Triclinic | Tetragonal |
| Clase Mineral | 09 Silicates | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Color | Green, blue-green | Brass-yellow, often with iridescent tarnish |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Metallic |
| Raya | White | Greenish-black |
| Transparencia | Translucent | Opaque |
| Exfoliación | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Poor |
| Fractura | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |