Calcite

CaCO3

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Calcite is the most stable polymorph of calcium carbonate and is one of the most common minerals on Earth. It is the primary mineral in limestone and marble, and forms spectacular cave formations including stalactites and stalagmites.

النظام البلوري Trigonal
صنف المعدن 05 Carbonates and Nitrates
صلادة موس 3.0
الكثافة النوعية 2.71
اللون Colorless, white, yellow, orange, blue, green
اللمعان Vitreous
لون الخط White
الانفصام Perfect rhombohedral {1011}
الكسر Conchoidal
الشفافية Transparent
الشكل البلوري Rhombohedral, scalenohedral, prismatic

صلادة موس

Mohs Hardness: 3,0 – 3,0
1 Soft10 Hard

النظام البلوري

Trigonal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hardness of Calcite?
Calcite has a Mohs hardness of 3.0.
What crystal system does Calcite belong to?
Calcite crystallizes in the Trigonal crystal system.
What color is Calcite?
Calcite is typically Colorless, white, yellow, orange, blue, green.
What type of luster does Calcite have?
Calcite exhibits a Vitreous luster.
What is the chemical formula of Calcite?
The chemical formula of Calcite is CaCO3.