Azurite vs Calcite
| Property | Azurite | Calcite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 | CaCO3 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Monoclinic | Trigonal |
| Clase Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 3.0 |
| Color | Azure blue, dark blue | Colorless, white, yellow, orange, blue, green |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Raya | Light blue | White |
| Transparencia | Transparent | Transparent |
| Exfoliación | Perfect {011}, fair {100} | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} |
| Fractura | Conchoidal | Conchoidal |