Azurite vs Gypsum
| Property | Azurite | Gypsum |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 | CaSO4 · 2H2O |
| Sistema Cristalino | Monoclinic | Monoclinic |
| Clase Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 1.5-2.0 |
| Color | Azure blue, dark blue | Colorless, white, gray, yellow, brown |
| Brillo | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Raya | Light blue | White |
| Transparencia | Transparent | Transparent |
| Exfoliación | Perfect {011}, fair {100} | Perfect {010} |
| Fractura | Conchoidal | Conchoidal |