How do I identify Nitrocalcite?

Nitrocalcite can be identified by its hardness of 1 - 2 on the Mohs scale, White color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.

What color is Nitrocalcite?

Nitrocalcite typically appears in White, grey; colourless in transmitted light. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.

How hard is Nitrocalcite?

Nitrocalcite has a hardness of 1 - 2 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.

How to Identify Nitrocalcite | Properties, Meaning & Uses

What is Nitrocalcite?

Calcium nitrate, also called Norgessalpeter (Norwegian saltpeter), is an inorganic compound with the formula Ca(NO3)2. This colourless salt absorbs moisture from the air and is commonly found as a tetrahydrate. It is mainly used as a component in fertilizers but has other applications. Nitrocalcite is the name for a mineral which is a hydrated calcium nitrate that forms as an efflorescence where manure contacts concrete or limestone in a dry environment as in stables or caverns. A variety of related salts are known including calcium ammonium nitrate decahydrate and calcium potassium nitrate decahydrate.

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