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no,calcite is ranked number 3 on the mohs scale of hardness. topaz is ranked number 8 on mohs scale of hardness. 10 is the hardest(diamond) 1 is the softest(talc)
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Is fluorite harder than calcite?
The mineral fluorite is harder than calcite. Fluorite is represented as a 4 on the Mohs scale of relative mineral hardness, calcite is a 3.
If Calcite will scratch gypsum This is an example of what physical characteristics?
It is hardness. Calcite is harder than gypsum.
Which is the most abundant feldspar mica quartz calcite?
Feldspar is the most abundant mineral in the earth crust.
Which is better for jewelry calcite or quartz?
Quartz because it is harder, more durable and more resistant to scratching than calcite.
Calcite bubbles when it comes in contact with hydrochloric acid because the calcite releases?
Either a. Quartz. b. Calcite. c. Feldspar. d. Mica
Can calcite scratch feldspar?
no
What minerals is a silicate Gematite Feldspar Calcite Halite?
Feldspar
Is fluorite harder than calcite?
The mineral fluorite is harder than calcite. Fluorite is represented as a 4 on the Mohs scale of relative mineral hardness, calcite is a 3.
If Calcite will scratch gypsum This is an example of what physical characteristics?
It is hardness. Calcite is harder than gypsum.
Is calcite harder than copper?
yes
Is calcite harder than mica?
yes
Is calcite harder than gold?
It can be hard to remember the hardness levels of all the minerals and substances of the Earth. Calcite is something that is harder than gold.Ê
What are two major minerals?
Calcite and aragonite.
Are harder than calcite but sofyer than quartz?
kaolin
Which is the most abundant feldspar mica quartz calcite?
Feldspar is the most abundant mineral in the earth crust.
What mineral is harder than gypsum but softer than flourite?
calcite
Why can't calcite scratch feldspar?
because it is softer
