Calcium Carbonate → Dicalcium silicate

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Table 7 is directed to the valuation of synthetic calcium and magnesium silicates versus the limestone or calcium carbonate fillers currently utilized in the trade. In this regard, "Micro-Cel®" is the registered trade name of the Celite Corporation of Lompoc, Calif. The "Micro-Cel®" products comprise of synthetic, hydrous, calcium silicates produced by the hydro-thermal reaction of diatomite, hydrated lime, and water. According to the Celite Corporation, the different grades of "Micro-Cel®" have the following typical physical and chemical properties:

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