mineral
Pink Calcite
Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectMohs hardness of 3, pink to peach color, vitreous to pearly luster, rhombohedral crystal system, perfect cleavage in three directions.
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Physical properties
Mohs hardness of 3, pink to peach color, vitreous to pearly luster, rhombohedral crystal system, perfect cleavage in three directions.
Formation & geological history
Forms in sedimentary, metamorphic, and hydrothermal environments through the precipitation of calcium carbonate-rich solutions.
Uses & applications
Used primarily in crystal healing, decorative carvings, and as a popular specimen for mineral collectors.
Geological facts
Pink calcite often exhibits strong pink or orange fluorescence under ultraviolet (UV) light due to manganese impurities.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by its distinct rhombohedral cleavage, softness, and vigorous fizzing reaction when tested with dilute hydrochloric acid.
