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Calcite Satin Spar
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Calcite Satin Spar and Linarite 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
2.67-2.735.35
Amber
1 7.18
1.5 Fracture
ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009), ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Gemstones (2009)
Conchoidal, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle
1.6 Cleavage
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Perfect on {100}, imperfect on {001}
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available2.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Calcite Satin Spar and Linarite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Linarite 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 Linarite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Linarite- PbCu(SO 4)(OH) 2Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006)

Calcite Satin Spar and Linarite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Linarite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Linarite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 5.35 whereas that of Linarite is 5.35.