About Ringwoodite
A high-pressure polymorph of olivine, found deep within Earth's mantle and in some meteorites, often blue. It's associated with profound transformation and cosmic connection.
Primary Hues
Blue, Purple, Green, Grey, (Rarely seen as distinct crystals)
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of deep transformation and cosmic connection. Believed to aid in understanding Earth's deep energies and universal truths. (Primarily scientific interest).
Associated Tarot Cards
The Star
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents connection to deep Earth and cosmic energies- aligning with this high-pressure olivine found in meteorites.
The World
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes integration of different realms and understanding profound natural forces- resonating with Ringwoodite.
Associated Deities
Gaia
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Earth Mother- Deep Earth
Rationale: Its formation under immense pressure connects it to the deep Earth.
Urania
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Astronomy- Universal Love
Rationale: Urania as the muse of the cosmos connects to its meteoric origin.
Metaphysical Uses
Deep Earth Meditation Focus
Cosmic Origins Contemplation
Transformation Under Pressure Visualization
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Geological & Scientific Details
Ringwoodite is classified as a nesosilicates spinel group mineral which typically crystallizes in the cubic system. Its chemical formula is Magnesium silicate (Mg2SiO4). Common crystal habits include microcrystalline aggregates.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Nesosilicates Spinel group
- Chemical Formula: Magnesium silicate (Mg2SiO4)
- IMA Symbol: Rgd[1]
- Crystal System: Cubic
- Crystal Habit: Microcrystalline aggregates
- Diaphaneity: Semitransparent
Associated Minerals
- Wadsleyite (another high-pressure olivine polymorph)
- Bridgmanite (perovskite-structured (Mg,Fe)SiO3)
- Kamacite
- Taenite (minerals found in shocked meteorites or inferred in Earth's mantle)