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Calcite Satin Spar and Albite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Brittle
1.2 Solubility
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Not Available
1.3 Durability
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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.73
2.60-2.65
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006), Uneven, Conchoidal
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {001}, very good on {010}, imperfect on {110}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-6.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Calcite Satin Spar and Albite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Albite 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 Albite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Albite- NaAlSi 3O 8Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Calcite Satin Spar and Albite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Albite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Albite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.60-2.65 whereas that of Albite is 2.60-2.65.

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