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Calcite Satin Spar
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Calcite Satin Spar and Bertrandite 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
2.67-2.73
2.59-2.60
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Brittle, Metallic, Brittle, Metallic
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
{001} Perfect, {110} Distinct, {101} Distinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
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6-7
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Calcite Satin Spar and Bertrandite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Bertrandite 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 Bertrandite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Bertrandite- Be 4Si 2O 7(OH) 2Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)

Calcite Satin Spar and Bertrandite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Bertrandite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Bertrandite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.59-2.60 whereas that of Bertrandite is 2.59-2.60.

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