sedimentary
Mookite Jasper
Silicified radiolarian ooze (SiO2)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, vibrant multicolor banding including red, yellow, mauve, and white, vitreous to dull luster, and microcrystalline quartz structure.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6-7 on the Mohs scale, vibrant multicolor banding including red, yellow, mauve, and white, vitreous to dull luster, and microcrystalline quartz structure.
Formation & geological history
Formed during the Cretaceous period from the accumulation of skeletal remains of radiolaria in marine environments, later silica-replaced.
Uses & applications
Primarily used for lapidary work, cabochons, ornamental carvings, and collector jewelry.
Geological facts
Mookite is exclusively found in Australia, specifically in the Mooka Creek area of the Kennedy Ranges in Western Australia.
Field identification & locations
Identify by its distinct multicolored pastel and earthy banding with a smooth, porcelain-like fracture. Sourced strictly from Western Australia.
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