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Object Name |
Calcite |
Object Description |
Cluster of numerous pale yellow scalenohedral translucent calcite on a base of dark gray non-calcareous material, possibly basalt. |
Rock type |
Mineral |
Chemical Comp |
Calcium carbonate |
Crystal System |
Hexagonal |
Sp Grav. |
2.7 |
Hardness |
3 |
Luster |
Vitreous/Glassy |
Streak |
White |
Fracture |
Conchoidal |
Classification |
Geology |
Variety |
Dog Tooth Spar |
Search Terms |
Mineral |
Dimensions |
H-3.286 W-4.788 L-7.46 cm |
Catalog Number |
8596 |