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the shape and color and quartz is glassy and calcite isn't.

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How would a scientist tell the difference between calcite and quarts?

A scientist can differentiate between calcite and quartz by testing their hardness using the Mohs scale, where quartz has a higher hardness value of 7 compared to calcite's 3. Another method is through a reaction with acid, as calcite fizzes when in contact with dilute hydrochloric acid due to its calcium carbonate composition, while quartz remains unaffected. Lastly, they can use polarized light microscopy to identify the distinctive crystal structures of each mineral.


Are quartz and diamonds the same?

No, quartz and diamonds are not the same. Quartz is a mineral made of silicon and oxygen, while diamonds are made of carbon. Diamonds are harder than quartz and have different physical and chemical properties.


What is the most common mineral?

There are a lot of different answers to this. the most common mineral in earths continents is quart's mineral sio2 in riverbeds and at the bottom of ocean floors is quarts.But,when you talk about feldspar that is more common then quarts.


What is the volume in quarts of 1.50 kg of ethyl alcohol?

The volume of 1.50 kg of ethyl alcohol is approximately 1.6 quarts.


Does quarts crystal that is purple in color contain a lot of limestone?

No, quartz crystal that is purple in color does not contain limestone. Limestone is a sedimentary rock composed primarily of calcium carbonate, while quartz crystal is a mineral made up of silicon dioxide. The purple color in quartz crystals is usually caused by the presence of trace elements such as manganese.