Synthetic Calcite 1:167 -- SW

Synthetic fluorescent mineral experiment.

 

Synthesized Calcite attempt

 

Sodium carbonate and a small amount of manganese carbonate were crushed together and hydrated with aqueous solutions of calcium chloride and lead nitrate.

 

The solution was allowed to precipitate in an oven.

 

Heat source: 500 deg. F oven (broil)

 

Shown under SW light.

 

FOV: ~3" wide

Done