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Calcite Satin Spar
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Calcite Satin Spar and Amazonite 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
2.67-2.732.55-2.57
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Uneven, Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)
1.6 Cleavage
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2,1 basal ; 2,1 prismatic ; 3,1 pinacoidal
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
KAlSi3O8

Calcite Satin Spar and Amazonite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Amazonite 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 Amazonite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Amazonite- KAlSi3O8

Calcite Satin Spar and Amazonite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Amazonite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Amazonite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.55-2.57 whereas that of Amazonite is 2.55-2.57.