Calcite powder is typically white or colorless, but it can also have various shades depending on impurities present in the source material. It usually appears as a fine, powdery substance.
Chemical Composition
Chemically, calcite powder is composed of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). It has the same chemical formula as the mineral calcite, which is a common form of calcium carbonate found in nature.
What you will get under this service
Calcite powder is widely used in various industries, including papermaking, paint, plastics, rubber, ceramics, construction, and pharmaceuticals.
Chemical Composition of Calcite Powder
CACO3 : 85% TO 93%
CAIO2 : 3% TO 5%
CALCIUM : ABOVE 35%
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Optical Applications
Due to its high refractive index, calcite powder is used in the manufacture of optical lenses,
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Environmental Applications
Calcite powder is employed in water treatment processes to neutralize acidity and remove impurities.