Amazonite vs Chalcopyrite
| Property | Amazonite | Chalcopyrite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | KAlSi3O8 | CuFeS2 |
| Sistema Cristalino | Triclinic | Tetragonal |
| Classe Mineral | 09 Silicates | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Dureza Mohs | 6.0-6.5 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Cor | Green, blue-green | Brass-yellow, often with iridescent tarnish |
| Brilho | Vitreous | Metallic |
| Traço | White | Greenish-black |
| Transparência | Translucent | Opaque |
| Clivagem | Perfect {001}, good {010} | Poor |
| Fratura | Conchoidal to uneven | Conchoidal to uneven |