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Calcite Satin Spar
Calcite Satin Spar

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Calcite Satin Spar and Cordierite 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
2.67-2.73
2.57-2.66
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Subconchoidal, Conchoidal, Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Fair on {100}, poor on {001} and {010}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
7-7.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
Mg2Al4Si5O18

Calcite Satin Spar and Cordierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Cordierite 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 Cordierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Cordierite- Mg2Al4Si5O18

Calcite Satin Spar and Cordierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Cordierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Cordierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 2.57-2.66 whereas that of Cordierite is 2.57-2.66.

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