Amazonite vs Calcite
| Property | Amazonite | Calcite |
|---|---|---|
| Rumus | KAlSi3O8 | CaCO3 |
| Sistem Kristal | Triclinic | Trigonal |
| Kelas Mineral | 09 Silicates | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates |
| Kekerasan Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 3.0 |
| Warna | Green, blue-green | Colorless, white, yellow, orange, blue, green |
| Kilap | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Gores | White | White |
| Transparansi | Translucent | Transparent |
| Belahan | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} |
| Pecahan | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal |