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Calcite Satin Spar
Calcite Satin Spar

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Calcite Satin Spar and Moissanite Physical Properties

1 Physical Properties
1.1 Tenacity
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Not Available
1.2 Solubility
Not Available
none
1.3 Durability
Not Available
Not Available
1.4 Specific Gravity
2.67-2.733.17-3.24
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
Not Available
(0001) indistinct
1.7 Mohs Hardness
Not Available9-9.5
Amber
2 10
1.8 Chemical Composition
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Calcite Satin Spar and Moissanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Moissanite 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 Moissanite chemical formula.

  • Chemical formula of Calcite Satin Spar- CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
  • Chemical formula of Moissanite- SiCArthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Calcite Satin Spar and Moissanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Calcite Satin Spar and Moissanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Calcite Satin Spar and Moissanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Calcite Satin Spar is 3.17-3.24 whereas that of Moissanite is 3.17-3.24.