Calcite vs Gypsum
| Property | Calcite | Gypsum |
|---|---|---|
| Fórmula | CaCO3 | CaSO4 · 2H2O |
| Sistema Cristalino | Trigonal | Monoclinic |
| Classe Mineral | 05 Carbonates and Nitrates | 07 Sulfates, Chromates, Molybdates, and Tungstates |
| Dureza Mohs | 3.0 | 1.5-2.0 |
| Cor | Colorless, white, yellow, orange, blue, green | Colorless, white, gray, yellow, brown |
| Brilho | Vitreous | Vitreous |
| Traço | White | White |
| Transparência | Transparent | Transparent |
| Clivagem | Perfect rhombohedral {1011} | Perfect {010} |
| Fratura | Conchoidal | Conchoidal |