kalkkikiteet
Kalkkikiteet refers to calcium carbonate crystals. Calcium carbonate (CaCO3) is a ubiquitous chemical compound found in rocks, shells, and in the form of mineral deposits. These crystals can take on various forms, with common examples including calcite and aragonite. Calcite is the more stable form of calcium carbonate at room temperature and pressure, and it is the primary mineral component of limestone and marble. Aragonite, while chemically identical to calcite, has a different crystal structure and is less stable, often forming in marine environments, such as in the shells of mollusks and corals.
The formation of kalkkikiteet is often a result of precipitation from water solutions containing dissolved calcium