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Calcite Satin Spar
Calcite Satin Spar

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Calcite Satin Spar and Black 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
2.67-2.731.97-2.22
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
1.6 Cleavage
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1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6-6.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Calcite Satin Spar and Black Opal Chemical Formula

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

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Black Opal- SiO 2 + H 2OUlrich Henn and Claudio C.

Calcite Satin Spar and Black Opal Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Black 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 Black Opal Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 1.97-2.22 whereas that of Black Opal is 1.97-2.22.