Amazonite vs Azurite
| Property | Amazonite | Azurite |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | KAlSi3O8 | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 |
| Système Cristallin | Triclinic | Monoclinic |
| Classe Minérale | 09 Silicates | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| Dureté Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Couleur | Green, blue-green | Azure blue, dark blue |
| Éclat | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Trait | White | Light blue |
| Transparence | Translucent | Transparent |
| Clivage | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect {011}, fair {100} |
| Cassure | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |