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Calcite Satin Spar
Calcite Satin Spar

Agate Opal
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Calcite Satin Spar and Agate Opal Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
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1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.731.98-2.50
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, Conchoidal, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available5.5-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Calcite Satin Spar and Agate Opal Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Agate Opal 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 Satin Spar and Agate Opal chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Agate Opal- SiO 2 · nH 2OWalter Schumann , Gemstones of the world (2001)

Calcite Satin Spar and Agate Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Agate Opal Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Agate Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 1.98-2.50 whereas that of Agate Opal is 1.98-2.50.