About Talc
Hydrated magnesium silicate, the softest known mineral, with a characteristic soapy feel. It's a very calming and soothing stone, promoting emotional balance, stress reduction, and a tranquil environment. (Steatite/Soapstone is massive talc).
Primary Hues
White, Grey, Green, Pale Green, Brown, Silver-White, very soft, greasy or soapy feel
Metaphysical Properties
A very calming and soothing stone. Believed to promote emotional balance, reduce stress, create a tranquil environment, and protect against negativity. Aids in releasing old attachments.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Moon
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents gentleness- soothing energy- and intuition- aligning with Talc's softness.
Four of Swords
Type: Minor Arcana
Suit: Swords
Rationale: Symbolizes peace- calm- and tranquility- resonating with this mineral.
Associated Deities
Kuan Yin
Pantheon: Buddhist
Domain: Compassion- Mercy- Healing
Rationale: Her gentle- soothing energy aligns perfectly with Talc (Soapstone).
Selene
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Moon- Night
Rationale: The stone's soft- calming nature connects to lunar deities.
Metaphysical Uses
Tranquility Altar
Soothing Anxiety Meditation
Restful Sleep Focus
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Geological & Scientific Details
Talc is classified as a silicate mineral mineral which typically crystallizes in the monoclinic or triclinic[2] system. Its chemical formula is Mg3Si4O10(OH)2. Common crystal habits include foliated to fibrous masses, rare as platey to pyramidal crystals.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Silicate mineral
- Chemical Formula: Mg3Si4O10(OH)2
- IMA Symbol: Tlc[1]
- Crystal System: Monoclinic or triclinic[2]
- Predominant Geological Color: Light to dark green, brown, white, grey, colorless
- Crystal Habit: Foliated to fibrous masses, rare as platey to pyramidal crystals
- Cleavage: Perfect on {001} basal cleavage
- Luster: Waxy or pearly
- Streak: White jot to pearl black
- Diaphaneity: Translucent
Associated Minerals
- Serpentine
- Chlorite
- Dolomite
- Magnesite
- Tremolite
- Actinolite (common in metamorphic rocks, especially talc schists and altered ultramafic rocks)