Amazonite
mineral · common
Quick facts
- Formula
- KAlSi3O8
- Hardness
- 6-6.5
- Luster
- Vitreous
- Colors
- Blue-green
Amazonite is a green variety of microcline feldspar. It is named after the Amazon River, although no deposits have been found there.
Look for its distinctive blue-green color and perfect cleavage.
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