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Calcite Satin Spar
Calcite Satin Spar

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Calcite Satin Spar and Carnelian Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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1.2 Solubility
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1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.732.58-2.64
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Uneven, Splintery, Conchoidal, UnevenWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001)
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Absent
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available6.5-7
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
SiO2

Calcite Satin Spar and Carnelian Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Carnelian 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 Carnelian chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Carnelian- SiO2

Calcite Satin Spar and Carnelian Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Carnelian Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Carnelian Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.58-2.64 whereas that of Carnelian is 2.58-2.64.