Calcite
| Description: |
Too soft and easily scratched to be a gemstone, calcite is still an important mineral economically. Much of the stone used in building highways and in monument construction is limestone-which has as its base ingredient calcium carbonate, or calcite. The crystals of this mineral come in various forms and colors. This particular specimen is known as “Dog-Tooth Calcite” because of its pointed, canine like appearance. |
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| Source: |
http://www.digitalindy.org/cdm/ref/collection/tcm/id/1995 |
| Collection: |
The Children's Museum of Indianapolis |
| Rights: | https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/; |
| Copyright: |
Creative Commons (CC By-SA 3.0); |
| Subjects: |
Minerals Calcite |
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