Amazonite vs Cinnabar
| Property | Amazonite | Cinnabar |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | KAlSi3O8 | HgS |
| Sistema Cristalino | Triclinic | Trigonal |
| Clase Mineral | 09 Silicates | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 2.0-2.5 |
| Color | Green, blue-green | Scarlet red, brownish-red |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Raya | White | Scarlet |
| Transparencia | Translucent | Translucent |
| Exfoliación | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect prismatic {1010} |
| Fractura | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |