Aethene Crystal
This is an igneous rock, subtype is intrusive (plutonic), and commonly found in hydrothermal vein deposits. It is a form of dark, smoky quartz unique to the planet Rukbat 3. Its anti-magic properties were latent until its sudden arrival in the magically charged environment of Aquatica.
In appearance, it is a translucent Smoky quartz with internal banding. Often with a dull, matte finish when excavated, but develops a faint blue-white internal luminescence when it is absorbing magic on Aquatical.
It is primarily composed of Silicaon Dioxide (SiO2), with trace inclusions of Vanadium, and Ferric Iron (Fe3+), for the smoky coloration, and its unique lattice structure. Often found around tectonic plate boundaries or massive geological faults.
Properties
Physical & Chemical Properties
It is a very hard, stable, and durable mineral, and immune to Thread, making it ideal for tasks where other materials can't be used.
Geology & Geography
Volcanic terrain
Origin & Source
Lava tubes channel the material from deep volcanic vents to the surface.
History & Usage
Discovery
When the Weyrs were originally cut from the
Everyday use
Aethene crystals can have many uses, some include:
- sun glasses
- building material
Industrial Use
They can also be used for focusing crystals, telescopes, and similar items.
Refinement
They need to be refined for use in industrial equipment.
Byproducts & Sideproducts
Broken pieces can be used in construction materials like concrete or in pottery.
Hazards
Depending on where the crystals are located, some of them redirect the heat that they absorb from lava flows nearby.
Reusability & Recycling
Broken crystals can be melted and recycled for reuse. Of course, it can only be melted by extreme heat like the volcano that created it.
Distribution
Trade & Market
They are rarely traded or sold off the island.
Storage
The crystals are rarely removed from the caldera, only those that are broken or in the way of current building projects.
1,8SiO2
1.008 Da, 15,999 Da
Type
Rock, Igneous
Rarity
Common on the Azure Chain
Odor
none
Taste
none, bittlr or metallic if there are impurities.
Color
Transluscent, smoky with inclusions
Boiling / Condensation Point
100 C
Melting / Freezing Point
0 C
Density
2.95 to 3.10 g/cm3
Common State
crystal clusters, sometimes in geodes.
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