mineral
Amazonite
Microcline feldspar, KAlSi3O8
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, vibrant turquoise-green color with white striations, vitreous luster, and perfect two-directional cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6 on the Mohs scale, vibrant turquoise-green color with white striations, vitreous luster, and perfect two-directional cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Forms in igneous and pegmatitic environments through slow cooling of potassium- and water-rich magma.
Uses & applications
Primarily used as a semi-precious gemstone in jewelry, for decorative carvings, and as a mineral specimen for collectors.
Geological facts
Its distinct green color was traditionally attributed to copper, but modern studies show it results from irradiation-induced lead and water defects.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its characteristic grid-like twinning and bright green-blue shade; major deposits occur in Colorado, Brazil, and Madagascar.
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