Calcite Meaning & Properties

Calcite Meaning & Properties

Properties of Calcite

Mineral Group

Carbonates

Cleavage

Perfect, rhombohedral, three directions

Chemical Composition 

CaCO3

Fracture 

Conchoidal

Luster

Vitreous

Diaphaneity

Transparent to translucent

Color

Usually white but also colorless, gray, red, green, blue, yellow, brown, orange

Streak

White

Mohs Hardness

3

Specific Gravity

2.7

Diagnostic Properties

Rhombohedral cleavage, curved crystal faces, frequent twinning

Crystal System

Trigonal

Uses

Acid neutralization, a low-hardness abrasive, soil conditioner, heated for the production of lime

Chakras

Solar Plexus Chakra

Zodiac

Cancer

Numerical Vibration

8

Metaphysical Uses 

Calcite can amplify and cleanse energy while also clearing and balancing the chakras. It also has the ability to absorb and transmute negative energy. Calcite is a crystal that soothes the mind and improves mental clarity, as well as connecting the emotions and the intellect.

Note: All crystals contain energy that can be used to amplify your own intentions and manifestations through meditation and daily wear.

 

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