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Okenite
Okenite
Okenite
Okenite

Okenite

Okenite

A species of Minerals, Also known as Disclasite

Okenite is a mineral that is most commonly found as small white "cotton ball" formations within geodes that contain an internal cavity filled with minerals. The clusters are composed of straight, thread thin, crystals that radiate outwards. The crystals within are so thin they look like tiny fibers. These clusters can make for very attractive mineral specimens for collectors.

Hardness
Hardness:

4.5 - 5

Density
Density:

2.33 g/cm³

General Info About Okenite

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Physical Properties of Okenite

Luster
Pearly, Vitreous
Diaphaneity
Transparent to translucent
Colors
White to slightly yellow, blue
Magnetism
Non-magnetic
Tenacity
Elastic
Cleavage
Perfect
Fracture
Splintery
Streak
White
Crystal System
Triclinic
Hardness
4.5 - 5 , Soft
Density
2.33 g/cm³, Normal Weight
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Chemical Properties of Okenite

Chemical Classification
Silicates
Formula
Ca10Si18O46 · 18H2O
Elements listed
Ca, H, O, Si
Common Impurities
Al, Fe, Sr, Na, K

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Rarity
Rare

Characteristics of Okenite

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Formation of Okenite

It was first described in 1828 for an occurrence at Disko Island, Greenland and named for German naturalist Lorenz Oken (1779–1851). Minerals associated with okenite include apophyllite, gyrolite, prehnite, chalcedony, goosecreekite and many of the mother zeolites. Okenite is found in India, mainly within the state of Maharashtra. Other localities include Bulla Island, Azerbaijan; Aranga, New Zealand; Chile; Ireland and Bordo Island in the Faroe Islands.

Cultural Significance of Okenite

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Uses of Okenite

Okenite has an unusual cotton-ball appearance, which makes it appealing from a decorative perspective, and thus may be collected. However, there are no common uses of it in the modern day. Due to its rarity and unique appearance, small hand samples of okenite are worth several hundred dollars.

Healing Properties of Okenite

Okenite is often referred to as a stone of karmic grace. It is believed to help relieve an individual of guilt and bad karma from past lives. It is recommended to be used as part of meditation, to bring about self-forgiveness, and has even been used to put a person in touch with those who have passed over from this life.
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