Amazonite
Amazonite
Amazonite is a green variety of microcline feldspar. Its color is usually caused by small amounts of lead or copper present in the mineral. Amazonite is found in igneous rocks such as granite, pegmatite, and syenite.
Properties
- Chemical formula: KAlSi3O8
- Crystal system: Triclinic
- Hardness: 6-6.5
- Color: Green
- Luster: Vitreous
- Streak: White
- Cleavage: Perfect
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