Ettringite: Metaphysical & Geological Properties, Images

Ettringite Specimen picture — Image Credit: Robert M. Lavinsky - Image: http://www.irocks.com/db_pics/new2010/Ettringite-Kalahari-Namibia-136mm_0762closeup.jpg

About Ettringite

A hydrated calcium aluminum sulfate hydroxide, forming prismatic or acicular crystals. It's associated with promoting clarity, structure, and order. (Also found in cement chemistry).

Primary Hues

Colorless, White, Yellowish, Pale Green, Pinkish

Metaphysical Properties

A stone of clarity and structure. Believed to aid in organizing thoughts and projects. Promotes a sense of order.

Affirmation

My thoughts are clear and my life is organized.

Chakra Connection

Crown
Solar Plexus

Astrological Alignment

Virgo
Capricorn

Planetary Influence

Saturn
Mercury

Elemental Energy

Air
Earth

Vibrational Number

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Geological & Scientific Details

Ettringite is classified as a sulfate minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the trigonal system. Its chemical formula is Ca6Al2(SO4)3(OH)12·26H2O. Common crystal habits include acicular growth, striated prismatic crystals; fibrous to cottonlike.

Key Geological Properties:

Mineral Category: Sulfate minerals
Chemical Formula: Ca6Al2(SO4)3(OH)12·26H2O
IMA Symbol: Ett[1]
Crystal System: Trigonal
Predominant Geological Color: Colorless, pale yellow, milky white
Crystal Habit: Acicular growth, striated prismatic crystals; fibrous to cottonlike
Cleavage: Perfect on {1010}
Luster: Vitreous
Streak: White
Diaphaneity: Transparent to opaque

ETTRINGITE

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