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Calcite Satin Spar
Calcite Satin Spar

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Calcite Satin Spar and Biotite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
Not Available
Brittle
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
Not Available
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.732.7-3.3
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Even, Yellow, White
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Perfect on the {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2.5-3.0
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Calcite Satin Spar and Biotite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Biotite 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 Biotite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Biotite- K(Mg,Fe++)3[AlSi3O10(OH,F)2

Calcite Satin Spar and Biotite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Biotite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Biotite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.7-3.3 whereas that of Biotite is 2.7-3.3.