Amazonite vs Epidote
| Property | Amazonite | Epidote |
|---|---|---|
| Formule | KAlSi3O8 | Ca2(Al,Fe)3(SiO4)(Si2O7)O(OH) |
| Système Cristallin | Triclinic | Monoclinic |
| Classe Minérale | 09 Silicates | 09 Silicates |
| Dureté Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 6.0-7.0 |
| Couleur | Green, blue-green | Pistachio green, yellowish-green, dark green |
| Éclat | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Trait | White | Gray |
| Transparence | Translucent | Translucent |
| Clivage | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect {001} |
| Cassure | Conchoidal to uneven | Uneven |