Calcite

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Calcite is made of calcium carbonate (CaCO3). Generally white to clear, it is easily scratched with knife. Most seashells are made of calcite or related minerals. This is the 'lime' of limestone.[1]

References

  1. ↑ http://wrgis.wr.usgs.gov/docs/parks/rxmin/mineral.html#amphibole
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