Azurite vs Sphalerite
| Property | Azurite | Sphalerite |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | Cu3(CO3)2(OH)2 | ZnS |
| Sistema Cristalino | Monoclinic | Cubic (Isometric) |
| Classe Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 02 Sulfides and Sulfosalts |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.5-4.0 | 3.5-4.0 |
| Cor | Azure blue, dark blue | Yellow, brown, black, red, green |
| Brilho | Vitreous | Adamantine |
| Traço | Light blue | White to yellow-brown |
| Transparência | Transparent | Translucent |
| Clivagem | Perfect {011}, fair {100} | Perfect dodecahedral {110} |
| Fratura | Conchoidal | Conchoidal |