CaSiO3

CaSiO3, also known as calcium silicate, is a chemical compound composed of calcium, silicon, and oxygen. It is one of the primary forms of calcium silicate, with other variants such as calcium metasilicate (CaSiO3·H2O) and dicalcium silicate (Ca2SiO4).

The compound is typically formed through the presence of calcium ions (Ca2+), silicon dioxide (SiO2), and water. It is a common component in a variety of natural and artificial materials, including rocks, minerals, and silicate-based soils. It can also be found in various industrial products, such as cement, concrete, and Diaspore (a naturally occurring, calcium-bearing mineral).

From a structural standpoint, CaSiO3 is described as a sheet silicate mineral, consisting of alternating layers of calcium and silicate ions. Its chemical formula is often simplified as CaO·SiO2, indicating a molar ratio of 1:1 between calcium oxide (CaO) and silicon dioxide (SiO2).

In terms of its physical properties, CaSiO3 is an opaque, colorless to white mineral with a conchoidal fracture. It is relatively insoluble in water, although it may exhibit limited dissolution under acidic conditions. Its hardness, as measured on the Mohs scale, is approximately 7.

Calcium silicate (CaSiO3) is found in various geological contexts, including igneous and metamorphic rock formations. Its occurrence in certain types of rocks, such as andesite and diorite, can provide valuable information regarding the composition and thermal history of the surrounding geological environment.