Tridymite: Metaphysical & Geological Properties, Images

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About Tridymite

A high-temperature polymorph of silica (SiO2), often forming colorless or white thin tabular crystals. It's associated with clarity and gaining a higher perspective.

Primary Hues

Colorless, White, Yellowish, often forms thin tabular pseudohexagonal crystals

Metaphysical Properties

A stone of clarity and higher perspective. Believed to aid in understanding complex situations and connecting with spiritual insight.

Affirmation

I have clarity and a higher perspective.

Chakra Connection

Crown
Third Eye

Astrological Alignment

Planetary Influence

Mercury
Uranus

Elemental Energy

Air
Spirit

Vibrational Number

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Geological & Scientific Details

Tridymite is classified as a tectosilicates, quartz group mineral which typically crystallizes in the orthorhombic (α-tridymite) system. Its chemical formula is SiO2. Common crystal habits include platy – sheet forms.

Key Geological Properties:

Mineral Category: Tectosilicates, quartz group
Chemical Formula: SiO2
IMA Symbol: Trd[1]
Crystal System: Orthorhombic (α-tridymite)
Formula Mass (g/mol): 60.08 g/mol
Predominant Geological Color: Colorless, white
Crystal Habit: Platy – sheet forms
Cleavage: {0001} indistinct, {1010} imperfect
Luster: Vitreous
Streak: white

Associated Minerals

Cristobalite
Quartz
Sanidine
Fayalite

TRIDYMITE

(High-temperature polymorph of Quartz/Silica)