Amazonite vs Chalcopyrite
| Property | Amazonite | Chalcopyrite |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | KAlSi3O8 | CuFeS2 |
| Système Cristallin | Triclinic | Tetragonal |
| Classe Minérale | 09 Silicates | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Dureté Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Couleur | Green, blue-green | Brass-yellow, often with iridescent tarnish |
| Éclat | Vitreous | Metallic |
| Trait | White | Greenish-black |
| Transparence | Translucent | Opaque |
| Clivage | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Poor |
| Cassure | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |