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Calcite Satin Spar
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Calcite Satin Spar and Dumortierite 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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Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.73
3.26-3.41
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Fibrous, ConchoidalWalter Schumann, Gemstones of the world (2001) More from other references
1.6 Cleavage
Not Available
Distinct on {100}, poor on {110}; parting on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available
7-8.5
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Calcite Satin Spar and Dumortierite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Dumortierite 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 Dumortierite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Dumortierite- AlAl6O3BSi3O18

Calcite Satin Spar and Dumortierite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Dumortierite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Dumortierite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 3.26-3.41 whereas that of Dumortierite is 3.26-3.41.

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