Calcite and Larimar Physical Properties

Calcite and Larimar Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite and Larimar physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Calcite and Larimar chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Calcite- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
• Chemical formula of Larimar- Ca 2NaHSi 3O 9Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.

Calcite and Larimar Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite and Larimar Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite and Larimar Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite is 2.74-2.90 whereas that of Larimar is 2.74-2.90.