Building Blocks of the Earth : Rocks and Minerals
Object ID:
1917.1.650
Collection:
Carr Natural History
Object Name:
Alabaster
Dimensions:
H-4.7 W-8.3 L-9 cm
Description:
Gypsum mineral classification: Sulfate
Hardened variety of alabaster, cannot scratch with finger nails, white colored.
Other Name:
Gypsum
Found:
Nova Scotia
Chemical Composition:
Hydrated calcium sulfate
Crystal System:
Monoclinic
Specific Gravity:
2.35
Hardness:
02
Luster:
Vitreous
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