About Anatase
A polymorph of titanium dioxide (TiO2), typically forming small, sharp dipyramidal crystals in various colors. It's associated with promoting change, clarity of perception, and enhancing connection to environmental energies.
Primary Hues
Blue, Black, Brown, Yellow, Red, Greenish, Lilac
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of change and environmental awareness. Believed to aid in seeing things from different perspectives and to stimulate a connection with nature.
Associated Tarot Cards
Justice
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes truth- clarity- and seeing all sides of an issue- aligning with Anatase's enhancement of perception.
The Magician
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents focused will and understanding how different elements work together- connecting to Anatase's aid in problem-solving.
Associated Deities
Ma'at
Pantheon: Egyptian
Domain: Truth- Balance- Order- Justice
Rationale: Ma'at's principles of truth and order resonate with Anatase's ability to foster understanding.
Athena
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Wisdom- Strategy- Justice
Rationale: Athena's strategic and clear-sighted nature aligns with Anatase's perceptual enhancement.
Metaphysical Uses
Perception Enhancement Meditation
Problem Solving Visualization
Tolerance & Understanding Altar
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Geological & Scientific Details
Anatase is classified as a oxide minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the tetragonal system. Its chemical formula is TiO2. Common crystal habits include pyramidal (crystals are shaped like pyramids), tabular (form dimensions are thin in one direction)..
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Oxide minerals
- Chemical Formula: TiO2
- IMA Symbol: Ant[1]
- Crystal System: Tetragonal
- Formula Mass (g/mol): 79.88 g/mol
- Predominant Geological Color: Black, reddish to yellowish brown, dark blue, gray
- Crystal Habit: Pyramidal (crystals are shaped like pyramids), tabular (form dimensions are thin in one direction).
- Twinning: Rare on {112}
- Cleavage: Perfect on [001] and [011]
- Luster: Adamantine to splendent, metallic
- Streak: Pale yellowish white
- Diaphaneity: Transparent to nearly opaque