EARTH SCIENCE
MINERAL PHYSICS
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calcite
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quartz
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magnetite
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turquoise
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Detailed explanation-1: -The most common carbonate mineral in soils is calcium carbonate in the form of calcite. Two other polymorphs of calcium carbonate, aragonite and vaterite, also exist; however, neither is common in soils.
Detailed explanation-2: -Calcite is a carbonate mineral and the most stable polymorph of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). It is a very common mineral, particularly as a component of limestone.
Detailed explanation-3: -It is extremely common and found throughout the world in sedimentary, metamorphic, and igneous rocks. The most common form of calcium carbonate, calcite is known for the variety and beautiful development of its crystals.
Detailed explanation-4: -Calcite or Calcspar; CaC03. Dolomite CaCO3 :MgCO3. Magnesite; MgCO3. Hydromagnesite is a carbonate of magnesia, with extra magnesia and water. Siderite, or Iron Spar; FeCO3. Ankerite is carbonate of lime, magnesia, and iron. Rhodochrosite, or Manganese Spar; MnCO3. More items •29-Sept-2016