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Calcite

CaCO3

Calcite Mineral | Physical - Optical Properties, Uses and Occurrence

Calcite Mineral | Physical - Optical Properties, Uses and Occurrence — via geologyscience.com · Source

Overview

Most common carbonate mineral; reacts with dilute acid.

Identification characteristics

  • Mohs hardness 3
  • Streak: White
  • Lustre: Vitreous

Formation and occurrence

Sedimentary limestones, hydrothermal veins

Common uses

Cement, optical calcite (historically)

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