mineral

Chishi Resin: A Unique Silicate Mineral with Medicinal Properties
Chishi Resin: A Unique Silicate Mineral with Medicinal Properties

Chishi resin is a silicate mineral, a hydrated alumino-silicate of the montmorillonite family. After mining, impurities are removed. It is in the form of irregular blocks, with a pink, red to purple

February 15, 2024
The Power of Realgar: Unmasking Counterfeit Cinnabar
The Power of Realgar: Unmasking Counterfeit Cinnabar

Realgar, also known as Shihuang or Jiguan Stone, is a mineral of realgar, a sulfide. Its main component is arsenic disulfide, and it also contains small amounts of other heavy metal salts. Realgar is

December 24, 2023
Unveiling the Truth: Genuine vs. Fake Magnetite
Unveiling the Truth: Genuine vs. Fake Magnetite

Magnetite is the ore of the oxide mineral magnetite. Its functions include soothing the liver and suppressing yang; calming the mind and relieving fright; improving hearing and vision; and regulatin

December 12, 2023
The Healing Power of White Quartz: Unveiling the Genuine from the Fake
The Healing Power of White Quartz: Unveiling the Genuine from the Fake

Bai Shiyi, first mentioned in the "Shennong Materia Medica", is classified as a top-grade mineral quartz ore. It can be collected at any time. After collection, select pure white quartz, wash it, dry

December 8, 2023