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By definition, a mineral must have a definite crystalline structure. Calcite has this. Glass is amorphous, meaning it does not have such a structure.

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Q: Is calcite a mineral and why?
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The mineral calcite contains calcium carbon and oxygen Calcite is an example of an?

Calcite is an example of a carbonate mineral.


Is a calcite a sulfate mineral?

No. Calcite is a carbonate mineral.


Is a calcite a rock or mineral?

Calcite is a mineral, composed of calcium carbonate.


Is calcite a soft mineral?

Calcite is a non silicate mineral because it does not contain silicon.


What will fizz when placed on a calcite mineral?

Acid will fizz when placed on a calcite mineral


Is calcite a metal?

No. Calcite is a carbonate mineral.


Is optical calcite a rock or a mineral?

Calcite is a mineral. It reacts to hydrochloric acid and it will fizz.


Is calcite a silicate?

No, because in order to be a silicate a mineral needs to have both silicon and oxygen. The composition for calcite is CaCO3. Calcite is a carbonate mineral.


Is calcite the main mineral comprising limestone and marble?

Yes. Calcite is the main mineral constituent.


What is the molecular weight for the mineral calcite?

The molecular weight for mineral calcite is 100.09. Calculated from the formula (Mol_Wt_Calc).


Is calcite a compound mineral?

calcite is a mineral compound because its made up of two or more elements.


What kind of mineral in calcite?

Calcite is a carbonate mineral and the most stable polymorph of calcium carbonate (CaCO3).