* Translucent: Light can pass through it, but you cannot see clearly through it. You might see a blurry or indistinct image.

* Opaque: Light cannot pass through it at all.

While some azurite samples might exhibit a slight amount of translucency, especially in thinner pieces, the majority are opaque.

It's important to note that the transparency of azurite can also be influenced by factors such as:

* Crystal size and quality: Larger crystals with fewer inclusions tend to be more translucent.

* Cut and polish: Proper cutting and polishing can enhance the translucency.

* Presence of impurities: Impurities like malachite can make azurite more opaque.

So, while azurite is generally considered opaque, there can be some variations in its transparency depending on the specific sample.