Calcspar

/ˈkælkspɑr/ noun

Another name for calcite, the common mineral made of calcium carbonate; often used when referring to translucent or crystalline varieties.

From 'calc-' (calcium) + 'spar' (a crystalline mineral, from German 'Spat'). An older English term for calcite, especially clear varieties like Iceland spar.

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