About Tungstite
Hydrated tungsten oxide, typically yellow and earthy, an alteration product of tungsten minerals. It's associated with intellectual stimulation and manifestation.
Primary Hues
Yellow, Greenish-Yellow, Brownish-Yellow, often earthy or powdery as an alteration of tungsten minerals
Metaphysical Properties
A stone of intellectual stimulation and manifestation. Believed to enhance mental clarity and aid in achieving goals.
Associated Tarot Cards
The Emperor
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Represents focused willpower- determination- and manifestation- aligning with this tungsten oxide.
Strength
Type: Major Arcana
Rationale: Symbolizes inner fortitude and the power to achieve- resonating with Tungstite.
Associated Deities
Hephaestus/Vulcan
Pantheon: Greek/Roman
Domain: Craftsmanship- Forge- Determination
Rationale: Their association with focused- strong creation aligns here.
Athena
Pantheon: Greek
Domain: Wisdom- Strategy- Skill
Rationale: Athena's strategic mind connects to Tungstite's aid in focused work.
Metaphysical Uses
Determination Altar
Focused Work Environment
Manifesting Goals Meditation
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Geological & Scientific Details
Tungstite is classified as a minerals mineral which typically crystallizes in the orthorhombic system. Its chemical formula is WO3·H2O. Common crystal habits include earthy, pulverulent.
Key Geological Properties:
- Mineral Category: Minerals
- Chemical Formula: WO3·H2O
- IMA Symbol: Tgs[1]
- Crystal System: Orthorhombic
- Formula Mass (g/mol): 249.86 g/mol
- Predominant Geological Color: Yellow, yellowish green/orange
- Crystal Habit: Earthy, pulverulent
- Cleavage: Perfect along [001], imperfect along [110]
- Luster: Resinous, pearly
- Streak: Yellow
- Diaphaneity: Transparent
Associated Minerals
- Wolframite (alters from)
- Scheelite (alters from)
- Ferritungstite
- Limonite
- Quartz (secondary mineral in oxidized tungsten deposits)