Amazonite vs Apatite
| Property | Amazonite | Apatite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | KAlSi3O8 | Ca5(PO4)3(F,Cl,OH) |
| Sistema Cristalino | Triclinic | Hexagonal |
| Classe Mineral | 09 Silicates | 08 Phosphates, Arsenates, and Vanadates |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 5.0 |
| Cor | Green, blue-green | Green, blue, yellow, violet, colorless |
| Brilho | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Traço | White | White |
| Transparência | Translucent | Transparent |
| Clivagem | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Poor {0001} |
| Fratura | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |