Mascagnite: Metaphysical & Geological Properties, Images

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About Mascagnite

Ammonium sulfate, a water-soluble mineral typically forming white to yellowish incrustations near volcanic fumaroles or in guano deposits. Energetically, it may aid purification and mental clarity.

Primary Hues

Colorless, White, Yellowish, Greyish, often forms incrustations near volcanoes

Metaphysical Properties

A stone of clarity and purification. Believed to help clear mental fog and promote a sense of freshness.

Affirmation

My mind is clear, and my energy is purified.

Chakra Connection

Crown
Solar Plexus

Astrological Alignment

Planetary Influence

Mercury
Sun

Elemental Energy

Vibrational Number

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Geological & Scientific Details

Mascagnite is classified as a sulfate mineral mineral which typically crystallizes in the orthorhombic system. Its chemical formula is (NH4)2SO4.

Key Geological Properties:

Mineral Category: Sulfate mineral
Chemical Formula: (NH4)2SO4
IMA Symbol: Msc[1]
Crystal System: Orthorhombic
Predominant Geological Color: Colorless, grey, yellowish-grey, yellow
Cleavage: Distinct/ goodOn {001}
Luster: Vitreous, dull
Diaphaneity: Transparent, translucent, opaque

Associated Minerals

Sulphur
Sal Ammoniac
Alunogen
Gypsum

MASCAGNITE

(Ammonium sulfate)