{"product_id":"limonite-cluster-mineral-morocco","title":"Limonite Cluster - Mineral","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLocality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e: Morocco\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese limonite formations from Morocco are actually substituted pseudomorphs of Pyrite. \u003c\/span\u003eA pseudomorph is a mineral that has replaced another mineral's structure but retains the external shape of the original mineral. In substitution pseudomorphs, the original mineral is replaced by a new mineral, atom by atom, while maintaining the original crystal shape. In the case of these limonite specimens, the original pyrite growth is replaced by limonite while preserving the cubic shape of pyrite crystals. \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe transformation from pyrite to limonite involves several stages of chemical reactions. Much simplified, the\u003c\/span\u003e pyrite undergoes multiple stages of oxidization to form ferric sulfate, which then undergoes hydrolysis to form ferric hydroxide. Ferric hydroxide then dehydrates to form limonite. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLimonite is not a single mineral species, but a mixture of various hydrated iron oxide minerals. Its exact chemical composition can vary depending on factors such as the specific locality where it forms and the degree of hydration. However, limonite is typically composed predominantly of iron oxide hydroxides, primarily goethite and lepidocrocite along with varying amounts of other minerals and impurities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimonite is believed to resonate with the energies of the Solar Plexus Chakra due to its earthy yellow-brown color and its association with grounding and stability. In metaphysical practices, limonite is often used to help balance and activate the Solar Plexus Chakra, promoting a sense of empowerment, courage, and clarity of purpose. It is thought to assist in overcoming self-doubt and instilling a greater sense of confidence and self-worth. Additionally, limonite is believed to enhance one's ability to manifest intentions and achieve goals by aligning with the energy of the Solar Plexus Chakra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChemical Composition\u003c\/strong\u003e: FeO(OH)·nH₂O\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChakra: \u003c\/strong\u003eSolar Plexus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSmall\u003cbr\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 3cm x 2cm x 2cm\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 25g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMedium\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 3.5cm x 3cm x 2.5cm\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 40g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLarge\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 4.5cm x 3.5cm x 3cm\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 60g\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eX-Large\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Size of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 5.5cm x 4.5cm x 3.5\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 Piece\u003c\/b\u003e: 140g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e1pc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the \"staff pick option\", we will select the best of the batch for you. 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