All About Chalcanthite | Unboxing & Growing ELECTRIC BLUE Gems

On today's episode, we're checking out the BLUEST of minerals w/ both natural and synthetic specimens of vibrant blue Copper Sulfate. Find out how this forms, why it's considered deadly, and even how to make your own!

00:26 - What is Chalcanthite?
01:35 - Natural Copper Sulfate
02:13 - Deadly Gems?
03:28 - How to Grow Chalcanthite
05:32 - Finding Seed Crystals
07:28 - Evaporation Disaster!
08:45 - Making a Mineral Specimen
10:38 - Final Crystal Reveal!

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