Water
What is Water?
Water, in its solid form (ice) and gaseous form (steam), is a fundamental substance on Earth. It is essential for life and exists in various forms, including liquid, solid (ice), and gas (steam). Ice can be found in glaciers, ice caps, and frozen lakes, while steam is produced by boiling water. Water's unique properties, such as its ability to dissolve many substances and its high heat capacity, make it crucial for various geological processes and biological functions.
Optical Properties
- Refractive Index
- 1.333
- Birefringence
- 0.000
- Pleochroism
- None
- Optical Character
- Isotropic
- Dispersion
- 0.000
Discover Values
This stone excels in popularity, beauty, cultural value.
Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Water before comparing listings or appraisals.
Size & Weight
Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.
Rarity & Demand
Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.
Condition & Finish
Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.
Treatment & Provenance
Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.
Water Localities Map
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Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Colorless
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 0
- Density
- 1.00 g/cm³
- Luster
- Vitreous
- Crystal System
- Hexagonal (ice)
Chemical Properties
- Chemical Formula
- H2O
- Elements
- H, O
Also Known As
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Water FAQs
How do I identify Water?
Water can be identified by its hardness of 0 on the Mohs scale, Colorless color, Vitreous luster, Hexagonal (ice) crystal system. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Water?
Water typically appears in Colorless. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Water?
Water has a hardness of 0 on the Mohs scale. This makes it a soft mineral that can be scratched easily.