Scapolite
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Scapolite
Scapolite is a rare mineral found in metamorphic rocks. It comes in various colors like white, gray, yellow, pink, or violet. Some scapolites can glow under UV light!
Appearance
The Scapolite is usually found as prismatic, rod-like crystals. It often appears in shades of white, gray, or pale yellow, but can also display striking purples, pinks, or blues, setting it apart from common quartz.
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Category
MineralRarity
Rare
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
It is harder than steel, but still softer than a sapphire or ruby!
It's sometimes called 'Wernerite' after a famous German geologist's discovery.
Scapolite comes from rocks squeezed and heated deep inside the Earth!
Some Scapolite crystals can grow huge, reaching over a meter long!
Special abilities
Ability
Glow Power
Scapolite can glow in the dark (phosphorescence) or under ultraviolet light (fluorescence) due to trace elements within its structure.
Ability
Cat's Eye Charm
Rare Scapolite varieties display a fascinating 'cat's eye' effect where a band of light moves across its surface.
Measurements & details
- Color Range
- white, gray, yellow, pink, purple, blue, colorless
- Hardness
- 5
- Luster
- vitreous
- Specific Gravity
- 2.7
- Crystal System
- tetragonal
Traits
Fluorescent
Fluorescent minerals emit visible light when exposed to ultraviolet light or other non-visible radiation, a phenomenon called fluorescence.
Gemstone
A gemstone is a piece of mineral crystal which, when cut and polished, is used to make jewelry or other adornments.
Crystalline
Crystalline describes a mineral or rock composed of crystals, often exhibiting a regular atomic structure and geometric external form.
Also known as
MarialiteMeioniteScapolite Group
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Scapolite is a mineral and safe to observe, but always wash hands after handling any minerals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What colors can Scapolite be?
white, gray, yellow, pink, purple, blue, colorless
How hard is Scapolite?
5
What kind of luster does Scapolite have?
vitreous
What is Scapolite's specific gravity?
2.7
What crystal system does Scapolite belong to?
tetragonal
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