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Calcite Satin Spar
Calcite Satin Spar

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Calcite Satin Spar and Siderite Physical Properties

Physical Properties

Tenacity

Solubility

Durability

Specific Gravity

Fracture

Cleavage

Mohs Hardness

Chemical Composition

 
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2.67-2.73
Conchoidal
Perfect
-9999
CaCO 3Ulrich Henn and Claudio C.
 
Brittle
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3.83-3.89
Uneven, Conchoidal
Perfect on {01 1 1}
3.5-4.5
Fe2+ CO 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references

Calcite Satin Spar and Siderite Chemical Formula

While comparing Calcite Satin Spar and Siderite 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 Siderite chemical formula.

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Calcite Satin Spar and Siderite Specific Gravity

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